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The Consent Blueprint: Visioning Better Sex in 2021

January 14, 2021

Consensual is sensual. Marnika Shelton shares tips on how to make 2021 sexy by practicing consent which can lead to a healthy, happy sex life.

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Medical Experts Encourage People Living with HIV Receive the COVID-19 Vaccine

January 3, 2021

Health officials agree that the COVID-19 vaccine is safe for people living with HIV and will slow the spread of the coronavirus.

Injectable PrEP Offers a New Option for Women

December 29, 2020

A recent study reveals that injectable cabotegravir could be an effective HIV prevention option for cisgender women.

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December Updates from Syringe Access Services

December 22, 2020

The SAS team shares that the Outreach and Mobile Health Access Van has returned after getting some amazing outfitting.

Community

Pronouns: Why They Matter

December 16, 2020

Pronouns are a huge part of our identity and give us a voice to express ourselves. Using the correct ones helps our community be seen and heard.

Coalition Effort for ‘Overdose Prevention Programs’ in California Announced

December 8, 2020

The statewide coalition backing the legislative effort issued a joint statement today.

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November Updates from Syringe Access Services

November 25, 2020

The SAS team reports a big increase in the number of people who access services last month, and talks about the technology that has contributed to the effort.

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How to Prevent Suicide and Protect your Mental Health this Holiday Season

November 24, 2020

You are not alone. Marnika Shelton shares ways to prevent suicide and available resources that offer support.

Ready for 2021: Our Policy Team Marches On

November 24, 2020

The policy team reflects on the progress of the movement while making strides toward the future.

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Fight for Health Justice Continues Anew

November 7, 2020

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Democracy Relies on Fair Elections: All Votes Must Be Counted

November 4, 2020

San Francisco AIDS Foundation demands all votes be counted in the November 2020 election.

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‘Elections and voting are tools to change our circumstances’

October 29, 2020

Senior Strategist and Advisor Ernest Hopkins shares a message of hope before the 2020 presidential election.

HIV trends: ‘One-size-fits-all’ fails our communities

October 19, 2020

Although the number of new HIV infections declined again last year, other disparities continue -- and may only worsen with COVID-19.

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Expanding services for people who use meth

October 19, 2020

With fatal meth overdose on the rise, we are exploring new ways to help people make changes to their use of meth and other stimulants.

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Harm reduction

Updates from Syringe Access Services

October 18, 2020

John Halifax explains the tech behind onsite drug quality testing, Andrew Reynolds gives a history lesson, and Laura Thomas provides a policy update.

COVID-19 Updates

October 5, 2020

We’re providing information about changes to our programs and services during COVID-19, how to prevent the spread of the virus.

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End the Epidemics: 2020 California Voter Guide

October 2, 2020

This guide will help you make informed decisions as you exercise your right to vote on issues related to HIV, hepatitis C, and STIs.

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Take action for the 2020 election

October 1, 2020

Our policy and advocacy team has info on HIV ballot initiatives, how to get involved in election-related advocacy, and how to join election night watch parties.

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Glory holes, anonymous sex & safer cruising during COVID-19

September 21, 2020

Queer people have always have and always will find creative ways to get our needs met. So it’s no surprise that people are developing innovative harm reduction strategies to have safer sex as we live with COVID-19.

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Advocacy

The San Francisco Principles 2020: Addressing the unmet needs of long-term HIV survivors in San Francisco

September 16, 2020

Five long-term survivors outline the challenges they face and demands for inclusion, resources, and treatment that addresses the specific needs related to aging with HIV.

Press releases

Decline in 2019 SF HIV infections, but gains likely to be challenged by COVID-19

September 10, 2020

The 2019 HIV Epidemiology Annual Report shows decreases in the number of new HIV diagnoses and progress in HIV care outcomes in San Francisco.

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Am I drinking too much? Partying too hard?

September 9, 2020

Two of our counselors with the Stonewall Project shared their thoughts about when the “right time” might be to talk to someone if you’re questioning your use of drugs or alcohol.

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Does PrEP work for trans people taking gender-affirming hormones? Yes, says new research

September 4, 2020

People taking gender-affirming hormones may use PrEP with confidence, said Robert M. Grant, MD, MPH.

What International Overdose Awareness Day means to me

August 28, 2020

We cherish and honor the people we’ve lost to overdose, and stay connected to as harm reductionists to help each other in connection and community, writes Ro Giuliano, our director of Syringe Access Services.

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