New California ride from SF to LA not affiliated with AIDS/Lifecycle, say Los Angeles LGBT Center and San Francisco AIDS Foundation June 4, 2026
Advocacy Health policy Press releases California has a $203 million surplus for HIV–now’s the time to spend it April 29, 2026
Community Our voices Alexander Skarsgård is infuriating in Pillion–and that’s exactly the point April 10, 2026 What does the dominant top's character reveal about power & entitlement in this dark comedy exploring BDSM in queer relationships?
Research New research: High prevention efficacy and “breakthrough infections” on lenacapavir for PrEP February 24, 2026 Research presented at the Conference on Retroviruses and Opportunistic Infections (CROI) 2026, plus info from our medical director on "what this means for you."
Our voices Heated Rivalry Is Everywhere. Should Straight People Watch It? February 11, 2026 To some extent, it’s cute that straight people think they finally have a pop culture crib sheet for gay sex, but let’s be honest—Heated Rivalry is about to become the first and last stamp in their gay sex passport.
Harm reduction Why won’t AI give safer use tips for GHB? February 9, 2026 Instead, hear need-to-know tips straight from a drug & alcohol counselor, with non-stigmatizing language and with no fear-based messaging.
HIV Forty-Five Years Later: Health Is Still Primary June 5, 2026 Dr. TerMeer reflects on the anniversary of 45 years of AIDS--where we are in our response to HIV, and what we cannot afford to lose with our health, and our lives, at stake.
Our impact All the feels on Cycle to Zero June 2, 2026 The inaugural Cycle to Zero brought together hundreds of cyclists and volunteers for joyful celebration and meaningful commemoration.
Our impact Addressing trauma and accessing resilience May 28, 2026 Our TransLife program supports the mental health needs of trans & non-binary Spanish-speaking community members.
Advocacy 7 Days in June: Health is Primary May 27, 2026 On June 5, we commemorate 45 years of the HIV and AIDS epidemic, and call our community together in advocacy.
HIV Another HIV vaccine candidate found “not effective” February 1, 2023 A recent phase 3 study was halted when an interim review found the vaccine failed to slow HIV infections. Although discouraging, failed HIV vaccine studies teach us what doesn’t work--which is still progress.
Advocacy Harm reduction On safe consumption sites in San Francisco. Can we “re-wild” our hearts? January 24, 2023 It is time we abandon “tough love” approaches and shift towards something warm. Something radical. Something wild, unimaginable, and powerful. Something loving.
Our voices Inspired. Committed. Hopeful. January 3, 2023 In a letter to the community, our CEO Dr. Tyler TerMeer gives us a glimpse of what's to come in 2023.
Press releases We demand respect and care for San Franciscans who use drugs December 13, 2022 SFAF calls on the City of San Francisco, the Board of Supervisors, the City Attorney, and Mayor Breed to urgently move forward with plans to open community “Wellness Hubs."
Sexual health Why You Should Add Doxycycline to Your Sexual Health Routine December 12, 2022 When used as a post-exposure prophylactic within three days after unprotected sex, doxycycline reduces sexually transmitted infections by more than 60%.
Community The sound of resistance and existence December 7, 2022 Gay men's choruses do more than spread holiday cheer--in the height of the epidemic, and up to today, they have fueled LBGTQ activism.
Sexual health Acerca de Doxy PEP December 7, 2022 ¿Sexo sin condón? Una dosis del antibiótico doxiciclina después del sexo (Doxy PEP) puede prevenir las infecciones de transmisión sexual (ITS).
PrEP What You Need To Know About Injectable PrEP (Apretude) December 2, 2022 Apretude (CAB-PrEP) is a new option for HIV prevention. Here's info on how it works, what's involved in taking it, how effective it is, and more.
HIV Another HIV vaccine candidate found “not effective” February 1, 2023 A recent phase 3 study was halted when an interim review found the vaccine failed to slow HIV infections. Although discouraging, failed HIV vaccine studies teach us what doesn’t work--which is still progress.
Advocacy Harm reduction On safe consumption sites in San Francisco. Can we “re-wild” our hearts? January 24, 2023 It is time we abandon “tough love” approaches and shift towards something warm. Something radical. Something wild, unimaginable, and powerful. Something loving.
Our voices Inspired. Committed. Hopeful. January 3, 2023 In a letter to the community, our CEO Dr. Tyler TerMeer gives us a glimpse of what's to come in 2023.
Press releases We demand respect and care for San Franciscans who use drugs December 13, 2022 SFAF calls on the City of San Francisco, the Board of Supervisors, the City Attorney, and Mayor Breed to urgently move forward with plans to open community “Wellness Hubs."
Sexual health Why You Should Add Doxycycline to Your Sexual Health Routine December 12, 2022 When used as a post-exposure prophylactic within three days after unprotected sex, doxycycline reduces sexually transmitted infections by more than 60%.
Community The sound of resistance and existence December 7, 2022 Gay men's choruses do more than spread holiday cheer--in the height of the epidemic, and up to today, they have fueled LBGTQ activism.
Sexual health Acerca de Doxy PEP December 7, 2022 ¿Sexo sin condón? Una dosis del antibiótico doxiciclina después del sexo (Doxy PEP) puede prevenir las infecciones de transmisión sexual (ITS).
PrEP What You Need To Know About Injectable PrEP (Apretude) December 2, 2022 Apretude (CAB-PrEP) is a new option for HIV prevention. Here's info on how it works, what's involved in taking it, how effective it is, and more.