CMS Town Hall Meeting on Biktarvy Price Negotiations: Comments by Joseph Cherabie
April 23, 2026CMS Town Hall Meeting on Biktarvy Price Negotiations: Comments by Kevin Herwig
Comments provided by Kevin Herwig, HIV+Hepatitis Policy Institute, during the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services Town Hall Meeting on Biktarvy Price Negotiations, April 22, 2026.
Fighting for Justice: The Hidden Toll of HIV Laws on Black Women
August 19, 2025This episode unpacks the harsh reality of HIV criminalization and how outdated laws disproportionately harm Black women. These laws—rooted in stigma, not science—undermine public health efforts by discouraging testing, deterring disclosure, and increasing fear around diagnosis. From unjust prosecutions to emotional trauma, we explore how these policies fuel misinformation and widen health disparities. We also highlight the ongoing fight for justice, education, and legal reform—essential steps in creating a supportive environment where HIV prevention, care, and treatment can truly thrive.
Another Horseman
July 22, 2022The intersection of COVID-19, HIV, TB, and malaria; international conflicts fueled by proxy fights leveling cities; as well as domestic political chasms continue to over-burden the world’s emergency response resources.
