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LGBTQ Agenda: HIV, hep C funding largely maintained in Biden budget proposal

HIV/AIDS | March 26, 2024

President Joe Biden's proposed $7.3 trillion budget for Fiscal Year 2025 largely maintains domestic HIV and hepatitis spending, but advocates say that's not enough to meet the federal government's goal of reducing HIV infections by 90% by 2030.

The Golden Mean of Rest and Study

HEALTH
by Advertising Department -- Sponsored content
Feb 29, 2024

The golden mean is a term that's all about balance, and it comes from Ancient Greek philosophy. Aristotle was the one who stated that the best way to go about life is to avoid any extremities, such as working too much or not working at all.

SF nonprofits on frontlines of HIV in Latino community

HIV/AIDS
by John Ferrannini
Feb 28, 2024

Health advocates and organizations that serve the Latino community in San Francisco say the city needs to do more to help prevent new HIV diagnoses and assist those living with HIV and AIDS in light of a dismal report from the health department.

D9 supe hopefuls speak up over Latino HIV cases

HIV/AIDS
by John Ferrannini
Feb 28, 2024

Candidates for the open District 9 seat on the San Francisco Board of Supervisors speak out on the uptick in HIV cases among Latinos.

SF deficit imperils Latino HIV funding

HIV/AIDS
by John Ferrannini
Feb 28, 2024

Though Latino cisgender men now make up the highest rate of new HIV diagnoses in San Francisco, more funding toward organizations that serve the community may not be forthcoming due to the city's projected budget deficit.

CDC: Many factors contribute to high HIV risk for trans women

HIV/AIDS
by Liz Highleyman
Feb 14, 2024

Several factors, including discrimination, homelessness, and violence, help explain why transgender women have a higher risk for HIV, according to a report from the federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

Unlocking Intimacy: A Beginner's Guide to Exploring Sensory Play

SEX
by Advertising Department -- Sponsored content
Jan 16, 2024

Welcome to a journey of self-discovery and connection, where intimacy takes center stage. In a world often bustling with the demands of everyday life, finding ways to deepen your connection with a partner can be a transformative experience.

Last large HIV vaccine trial fails

HIV/AIDS
by Liz Highleyman
Dec 13, 2023

The last large HIV vaccine study has been halted ahead of schedule after researchers determined "there is little or no chance of the trial demonstrating vaccine efficacy in preventing HIV acquisition," according to a December 6 announcement.

Bay Area blood centers encourage gay, bi men to donate

HEALTH
by Matthew S. Bajko
Dec 6, 2023

Two of the Bay Area's main blood centers are asking eligible gay and bisexual men to donate during the holiday season when they usually see a dip in donations.

Louganis honored at AIDS grove

HIV/AIDS
by BAR staff
Dec 6, 2023

John Cunningham, left, chief executive officer of the National AIDS Memorial Grove, presented the National Leadership Recognition Award to gay Olympic diver Greg Louganis during the World AIDS Day event at the grove December 1.

Observing World AIDS Day

HIV/AIDS
by BAR staff
Dec 6, 2023

Julia Ready wrote the name of her friend Michael Tyree in chalk on the sidewalk of Castro Street as part of Inscribe, a sidewalk art event to commemorate World AIDS Day, December 1.

Latinos now have highest rate of new SF HIV cases

HIV/AIDS
by Liz Highleyman
Dec 5, 2023

The 2022 HIV epidemiology report released by the San Francisco Department of Public Health Tuesday showed that for the first time, Latino men had a higher HIV diagnosis rate than Black men.

LGBTQ Agenda: State of HIV Care report finds workforce burnout, PrEP awareness are persistent issues

HIV/AIDS
by John Ferrannini
Dec 5, 2023

Released ahead of World AIDS Day, HealthHIV's annual report on the state of HIV care in America found that the situation is improving but that workforce burnout and the effects of HIV criminalization are persistent challenges.

Departing head of SF AIDS legal agency reflects on tenure

HIV/AIDS
by Cynthia Laird
Nov 29, 2023

When Bill Hirsh formally steps down as executive director of the AIDS Legal Referral Panel next month, he will leave the San Francisco-based nonprofit prepared for the future.

SF World AIDS Day event to honor Olympic diver Louganis

HIV/AIDS
by John Ferrannini
Nov 21, 2023

The Olympian dubbed the "greatest diver in history" will be recognized at the National AIDS Memorial Grove's World AIDS Day commemorations, which will also include its Light in the Grove benefit the night before.

Health

LGBTQ Agenda: HIV, hep C funding largely maintained in Biden budget proposal

The Golden Mean of Rest and Study

SF nonprofits on frontlines of HIV in Latino community

D9 supe hopefuls speak up over Latino HIV cases

SF deficit imperils Latino HIV funding

CDC: Many factors contribute to high HIV risk for trans women

Unlocking Intimacy: A Beginner's Guide to Exploring Sensory Play

Last large HIV vaccine trial fails

Bay Area blood centers encourage gay, bi men to donate

Louganis honored at AIDS grove

Observing World AIDS Day

Latinos now have highest rate of new SF HIV cases

LGBTQ Agenda: State of HIV Care report finds workforce burnout, PrEP awareness are persistent issues

Departing head of SF AIDS legal agency reflects on tenure

SF World AIDS Day event to honor Olympic diver Louganis

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