Creating Stigma-Free Services: Clinical Settings
April 23, 2026This session focuses on reducing stigma in clinical settings serving people at risk of overdose, with an emphasis on improving patient experience, strengthening provider communication, and implementing systems-level changes that enhance engagement, retention in care, and overall health outcomes across Maryland.
Ketamine and Psychedelic Substances in Practice: What Providers and Communities Need to Know
April 15, 2026This advanced session explores the evolving landscape of ketamine and other psychedelic substances as they appear in clinical settings, community conversations, and personal use. Participants will examine current evidence, emerging models of care, ethical considerations, and how providers can engage in informed, nonjudgmental conversations while navigating Maryland’s legal and clinical context.
Targeting Viral Hepatitis: A Road Map for Providers
April 13, 2026Medscape Education, in partnership with HealthHIV and HealthHCV, is pleased to announce the release of an education curriculum featuring expert perspectives on the prevention and management of viral hepatitis.
Drugs in Our Community: How They Are Taken and the Effects They Have
February 24, 2026This 90 minute webinar offers a comprehensive overview of the common drugs used within our communities. Explore the range of substances used, as well as the variety of methods of how they’re taken. Participants will learn the risks associated with various methods of intake and associated behaviors, as well as health related risks including HIV and Hepatitis.
Maryland nPEP Standing Order Program Training for Pharmacists 2026
February 19, 2026The 2024 Maryland Legislative Session concluded with the approval of HB0127, which established the Non-Occupational Post-Exposure Prophylaxis (nPEP) Standing Order Program (“The Program”). The Program authorizes pharmacists to dispense nPEP under certain circumstances. This module presents to pharmacists the clinical and administrative tasks necessary to prescribe and/or dispense nPEP under a standing order when requested.
Enhancing Care for Migrant Clients Living with HIV: Strategies for Support and Access
February 11, 2026This webinar will provide practical strategies to strengthen care and access for migrant clients affected by HIV, with a primary focus on African migrant communities.
LoveHER: Exploring Intimacy, Confidence & Connections
January 27, 2026LoveHER, a live, virtual event, with Howard University’s Empower Peer Educators, was designed to advance sexual health awareness, promote body positivity, and address the unique experiences of Black women in contemporary cultural contexts. The 90-minute session engaged participants in evidence-informed discussions and interactive activities, fostering both knowledge acquisition and personal empowerment.
Healing: Mobility, Medication, and Thriving with Aging
This module focuses on addressing and evaluating frailty, peripheral neuropathy, and polypharmacy among PAWH. Participants will also explore the complexities of polypharmacy (the utilization of multiple medications). The session offers strategies for optimizing care, minimizing drug interactions, and improving overall health outcomes in this growing population.
Hand: Building Stronger Care Teams and Support Systems
January 20, 2026This module is focused on facilitating a multidisciplinary team (MDT) approach for PAWH, as well as on supportive services and referrals. This session will explore the importance of integrating non-medical professionals such as Community Health Workers (CHWs), Case Managers and Navigators into the overall care plan for PAWH, as well as effective collaboration tactics to increase patient health.
Beyond the Basics: Introducing the Eight Ps Framework for Inclusive and Effective Sexual History Taking
January 19, 2026Traditional sexual history models don’t fully capture today’s realities of mobility, digital connection, and borderless sexual networks. The new Eight Ps Framework builds on prior models by integrating these modern patterns alongside a more person-centered, equity-focused approach to sexual wellbeing.
Head: Cognitive Health, Mental Well-Being, and Emotional Resilience
January 13, 2026This module is designed to give providers an overview of cognitive health and related issues for PAWH (including mental health, depression, and stress-related impacts). Participants will gain valuable insights and assessment tools to identify and refer clients and patients to mental health services.
Simplifying Prevention: A Deep Dive into Long Acting Injectable PrEP
January 9, 2026Providing a comprehensive overview of LAI-PrEP, this webinar will focus on identifying eligible populations and comparing the benefits and challenges of using any PrEP option. Participants will learn strategies to promote equitable access, outreach, and uptake, particularly among priority populations.
