"In 2015, in too many countries, “women’s empowerment” remains a pipedream - little more than a rhetorical flourish added to a politician’s speech..." Dr Flavia Bustreo, ADG We've come a long way since 1995--and it is time to celebrate women and their achievements. But it is also time to take stock of how women’s rights are fulfilled in the world --especially the right to health. Twenty years after countries signed pledges in the 1995 Beijing Declaration and Platform of Action, women still … [Read more...]
World Aids Day – getting to zero, Antonella Villani
December 2, 2013 by
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Gender inequalities and HIV
December 1, 2013 by
According to the latest (2008) WHO and UNAIDS global estimates, women comprise 50% of people living with HIV. In sub-Saharan Africa, women constitute 60% of people living with HIV. In other regions, men having sex with men (MSM), injecting drug users (IDU), sex workers and their clients are among those most-at-risk for HIV, but the proportion of women living with HIV has been increasing in the last 10 years. This includes married or regular partners of clients of commercial sex, IDU and … [Read more...]
WORLD AIDS DAY celebrated DEC 1 in UK!
November 26, 2013 by
1 December 2013 is World AIDS Day and is the day that promotes talking about HIV and attempts to spread information about the disease. By talking about HIV it is hoped that the secrecy surrounding it is eradicated. Greater understanding about HIV and AIDS means less prejudice and better prevention. HIV is a disease that attacks the body's immune system and affects the ability to fight infection and disease. AIDS develops when the immune system can no longer fight infections that can … [Read more...]
AFFORDABLE CARE ACT NEWS ROUND-UP
September 27, 2013 by
The Health Insurance Marketplace is set to open for enrollment next Tuesday, October 1, 2013. Here’s a round-up of the latest news from the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) on the implementation of the Affordable Care Act (ACA) in the lead-up to this important milestone: Significant choice and lower than expected premiums available in the new Health Insurance Marketplace: A new report released by HHS finds that in state after state, consumers will see increased competition in … [Read more...]
Obamacare and LGBT Health, Kathleen Sebelius (VIDEO)
September 20, 2013 by
Throughout the administration, we operate on the fundamental belief that every American deserves equal opportunity, equal protection, and equal rights under the law. That’s why the Affordable Care Act is so important for lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) Americans. The health care law prevents health insurance companies from charging anyone a higher premium just because they happen to be lesbian, gay, bisexual or transgender. It also prevents insurers from raising rates or … [Read more...]
U.S. Conference on AIDS 2013 – Final Day
September 12, 2013 by
The 2013 U.S. Conference on AIDS (USCA) came to a close yesterday with a plenary session on the implementation of the Affordable Care Act, a much discussed topic throughout the four-day conference. Among the observations shared by a diverse panel were: The healthcare law extends important civil rights protections that can be helpful in addressing the continuing stigma and denials of care in health settings experienced by some people living with HIV (PLWH) across the nation, noted Deborah … [Read more...]
U.S. Conference on AIDS 2013 – Day 3
September 11, 2013 by
Some of yesterday’s highlights from the 2013 U.S. Conference on AIDS (USCA): The Importance of Patient-Provider Conversations Addressing a vital aspect of retention in HIV care during a plenary session, acclaimed photographer Duane Cramer and fashion designer Mondo Guerra from Project Runway—both of whom are living with HIV— highlighted the importance of continued open and meaningful communication among HIV patients and their healthcare providers. Mr. Guerra shared that from the beginning of … [Read more...]
AIDS Service Center NYC’s New Media Evolution
August 7, 2013 by
Ramona’s Story (Director of Prevention Services) As a social media novice, I was apprehensive about the use of new media to engage and recruit young men who have sex with men (YMSM) at AIDS Service Center NYC Exit Disclaimer (ASCNYC). Traditional outreach strategies have been very successful for ASCNYC and the thought of “connecting” online with the community seemed counterintuitive and challenging to monitor. ASCNYC’s Assistant Director of Prevention Services, Guy Williams, spearheaded a … [Read more...]
