Rapid-Start PrEP Patient Readiness Assessment
April 8, 2026The Rapid-Start PrEP Patient Readiness Assessment is a comprehensive tool designed to evaluate a patient’s preparedness to begin PrEP treatment. It ensures patients understand the importance of adherence, potential side effects, follow-up care, and logistical considerations while addressing any barriers to successful treatment. This assessment supports healthcare providers in delivering patient-centered care for a safe and effective PrEP start.
Exploring Partnerships Between Campus Health Centers and Community-Based Nonprofits to Enhance Sexual Health Services for Students
March 30, 2026This case study examines how partnerships between colleges and community-based organizations can expand access to culturally responsive HIV and STI services for students. Drawing on real-world collaborations, it highlights effective models for delivering testing, prevention, and linkage to care to college/ university students, focusing on populations disproportionately impacted by HIV and STIs.
Key Considerations for Implementing Opt-Out HIV Testing in Emergency Departments
This resource provides a clear, implementation-focused framework for integrating opt-out HIV testing into emergency department workflows. Key operational strategies, staffing models, and linkage-to-care approaches are outlined to support efficient, high-impact implementation in real-world settings.
Owning the Narrative: Black Women, Sex Work & HIV Prevention
January 7, 2026Sex work is work—but for Black women, it’s also layered with stigma, safety concerns, and systemic barriers. This episode dives into the lived realities of Black women in the industry, from navigating agency and empowerment to confronting criminalization, healthcare discrimination, and HIV risk. We explore how access to prevention tools like PrEP, regular testing, and supportive care can make a difference. It’s time to move beyond judgment and listen to the real stories, struggles, and victories of those who live it.
Wellness Chronicles 14 — Clicks vs. Care: Finding Truth in HIV Prevention
December 19, 2025This episode emphasizes the importance of consulting healthcare professionals and using accurate, reputable resources for HIV prevention and diagnosis—instead of relying on random or unreliable information found online.
Wellness Chronicles 13 — The Link Between Self-Esteem, Empowered Sexuality, and Loving Yourself First
December 12, 2025This episode explores the link between self-esteem and unsafe behaviors, delving into the psychological and social factors that influence our choices. By examining how low self-worth can increase vulnerability to HIV, we offer insights on building confidence, setting boundaries, and making empowered, healthy decisions that support HIV prevention and overall well-being choices.
Wellness Chronicles 11 — PrEP Power: Empowering Black Women in HIV Prevention
November 28, 2025This episode explores how PrEP helps Black women protect themselves from HIV, offering a proactive approach to sexual health and empowerment.
Starting the Conversation: A Navigator’s Guide to Discussing Rapid-Start HIV PrEP with Patients
November 26, 2025Knowing when to start a rapid-start PrEP conversation is just as important as knowing what to say. As a PrEP Navigator, your role is to recognize the moments when rapid-start PrEP may be indicated and open the door to a supportive conversation. These key opportunities can help patients access fast, same-day protection when they need it most.
Wellness Chronicles 10 — Know Your Body, Protect Your Health: From Breast Exams to HIV Awareness
November 21, 2025Breast exams are key to early detection, just as routine HIV testing is vital for early diagnosis. Both empower individuals to take charge of their health by identifying changes or risks before they become more serious. Promoting regular breast self-exams alongside HIV prevention and testing reinforces the importance of being proactive, informed, and in tune with your body—ultimately leading to earlier care, better outcomes, and stronger overall health awareness.
Sacred & Sensual: Exploring Faith, Sexuality, and Empowerment for Black Women
October 20, 2025In this candid and empowering conversation, we explore the rich and often complex intersection of faith, sexuality, and Black womanhood. From navigating desire and spiritual values to confronting cultural expectations and dismantling shame, this episode creates space for honest reflection and healing. We also shine a light on how HIV awareness and prevention play a vital role in this dialogue challenging stigma, centering pleasure, and affirming that Black women can honor both their faith and their sexual health without compromise.
Wellness Chronicles 9 — Embracing Change: The Power of Menopause and Aging
October 14, 2025This episode delves into menopause and aging, highlighting themes of confidence, transformation, and self-acceptance. By exploring both the emotional and physical changes women experience, we redefine this stage of life as one of strength, resilience, and possibility. The conversation also addresses the importance of ongoing sexual health, emphasizing that HIV prevention and awareness remain essential as we age. Through candid dialogue, we break stigma and empower women to prioritize their health, advocate for their needs, and embrace this chapter with confidence.
Beyond the Role: Caregiving, Self-Care & HIV Prevention
September 22, 2025Black women are often the backbone of care in their families and communities—but who takes care of them? In this episode, we explore the realities of caregiving, especially for those navigating health systems, emotional labor, and generational responsibility. We discuss what it means to hold space for others while prioritizing your own well-being, including your sexual health. Through powerful stories, we highlight the importance of self-preservation, routine testing, and access to tools like PrEP—because HIV prevention is part of caring for yourself, too. Hear from those who have walked this path and learn how to receive the care you deserve while continuing to show up for the ones you love.
