Working to end the HIV epidemic in Palm Beach County through community engagement and education.
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End HIV PBC is the official page for Palm Beach Countyβs Ending the HIV Epidemic (EHE) initiative, which is part of a national strategy that aims to end the HIV epidemic in the United States by 2030. The initiative aims to reduce new HIV infections by 75% by 2025, and 90% by 2030. The first five years of EHE, called Phase 1, is focused on 57 priority jurisdictions, including Palm Beach Co
unty, where 50% of the nationβs new HIV infections occurred in 2016 and 2017. The Countyβs EHE initiative is focused on community engagement and education.
Last week, Palm Beach County Ending the HIV Epidemic was at the Mid County Senior Center in honor of Long Term Survivor Awareness Day. We had a great time with the participants, who got to spin our wheel and debunk myths about HIV and aging with HIV. The participants learned a lot, and taught our staff a thing or two about history as well.
Today is HIV Long Term Survivor Awareness Day. Since the advent of Highly Active Antiretroviral Therapy, people with HIV have been living longer and healthier lives. However, aging with HIV is not without its challenges, including what is called "Survivors Syndrome." We use this day to celebrate those who are still with us living with HIV, and continue to work toward providing equitable access to culturally competent services for all people with HIV.
On May 16, 2024, the United States Justice Department announced that the Shelby County, Tennessee, District Attorney General (DA) has agreed to cease prosecution of individuals living with human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) under Tennesseeβs aggravated prostitution law. This is a positive step forward to combat HIV Criminalization in the United States.
Cross-posted from: U.S. Department of Justice The Justice Department announced [on May 16, 2024] that the Shelb...
May 8, 2024 - Palm Beach Community Service's HIVE Team, along with the Palm Beach County HIV CARE Council, and other partner agencies, came together for a fun community outreach event in the Belle Glade to celebrate the soft-reveal of the new wellness mobile units!
The Palm Beach County Library System's Belle Glade Branch was kind enough to host this joint event for the community.
Mark your calendars for Tuesday, May 14th for the official ribbon-cutting event for the new mobile units - check back for details.
https://discover.pbcgov.org/communitys.../Pages/default.aspx
Join Us Wednesday, May 8th for the reveal of our new mobile unit! Meet the EHE team and take a tour of our new mobile health unit.
Location:
Belle Glade Library
725 NW 4th Street
Belle Glade, FL 33430
Time: 4:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Today is the day. Please join us for this webinar, wherever you are! Grab your lunch and pull up a seat! See you at noon!
ππJoin us on March 6th at 12pm EST for an informational session in honor of HIV Is Not A Crime Awareness Day. With speaker Kamaria Laffrey from The SERO Project will go over what HIV criminalization is, what it looks like in Florida, how it affects People with HIV, and what we can do about it. π This is a free online event! Please grab your lunch and pull up a chair to participate in this informative webinar.
Register here:
https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/uyc5r4f/lp/2deebc03-5c4b-43c4-9eb1-70546a147cbc
We thank Commissioner Sara Baxter for sponsoring a proclamation honoring Women and Girls HIV AIDS Awareness Day. The awareness day is observed annually on March 10th to raise awareness about the impact of HIV on women and girls in the United States and around the world.
This yearβs theme is "Prevention and Testing at Every Age. Care and Treatment at Every Stage.β This theme emphasizes the need to further prevention efforts and ensure equity in HIV care and treatment.
In Palm Beach County, women are:
34% of all people living with HIV
27% percent of new HIV diagnoses in 2022
40% of HIV-related deaths, with black women accounting for 35% of all HIV related deaths
41% of all persons age 13-24 who are living with HIV, and black women account for 33% of all persons age 13-24 who are living with HIV
And, 22% of Women with HIV are not receiving HIV Care and treatment.
Today, February 28, marks the third annual HIV is Not a Crime Awareness Day (HINAC Day). The Sero Project, in collaboration with the Elizabeth Taylor AIDS Foundation (ETAF), first observed this day in 2022 to spread awareness about outdated HIV-specific laws and to end HIV criminalization
We know that living with HIV/AIDS is not a crime; however, in more than thirty states, people are facing certain charges and being sent to prison because of circumstances surrounding their HIV status.
After more than 40 years of HIV research and significant biomedical advancements to treat and prevent HIV, most HIV criminalization laws do not reflect current scientific and medical evidence. Ending the HIV Epidemic in the U.S. requires addressing all barriers to HIV prevention and care.
Current scientific and medical evidence should be what informs state laws and practices that currently criminalize actions taken by people with HIV.
Also, states should consider updating or repealing all outdated laws and practices because many of these laws were passed at a time when very little was known about HIV, including how HIV was transmitted and should be treated.
These laws have not increased disclosure and may discourage HIV testing and increase stigma against people living with HIV.
HIV is no longer a death sentence, and with the proper medications, the risk of transmitting the virus is nearly non-existent.
On March 6th at 12pm, Palm Beach County Ending the HIV Epidemic is hosting SERO Project Co-founder Kamaria Laffrey for an interactive lunchtime webinar to discuss HIV criminalization in Florida. We will learn what HIV Criminalization is, what it looks like in Florida, how it impacts People with HIV, and what can be done about it. Grab your lunch, pull up a chair and join us for this educational event. To register, please click the link below:
Join us for an educational lunchtime webinar in honor of HIV Is Not a Crime Awareness day. This day educates about HIV criminalization in the United States and advocates for the modernization of HIV related laws. Palm Beach County Ending the HIV Epidemic has partnered with the SERO Project to educat...
ππJoin us on March 6th at 12pm EST for an informational session in honor of HIV Is Not A Crime Awareness Day. With speaker Kamaria Laffrey from The SERO Project will go over what HIV criminalization is, what it looks like in Florida, how it affects People with HIV, and what we can do about it. π This is a free online event! Please grab your lunch and pull up a chair to participate in this informative webinar.
Register here:
https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/uyc5r4f/lp/2deebc03-5c4b-43c4-9eb1-70546a147cbc
It is with great sadness that we share news of the passing of Hydeia Broadbent, a lifetime HIV/AIDS activist. Hydeia was born with HIV and abandoned at a hospital, where she was adopted by the Broadbent Family. At 7 years old, she appeared on Nickelodeon with Magic Johnson as the first black child to speak out about living with HIV. She continued to be an outspoken advocate for people with HIV, participating in activities and programs around the world.
We had the privilege of hosting Hydeia for a talk last year for Zero HIV Stigma Day, where she shared some of her struggles growing up with HIV. We think about her family and friends during this time, and remember her impact on the community.
Today is National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness day. Palm Beach County Ending the HIV Epidemic, Palm Beach County HIV CARE Council , and Compass gathered at Compass for a proclamation sponsored by Palm Beach County Commissioner Mack Bernard with support from Commissioner Michael A. Barnette.
53% of new HIV infections in Palm Beach county were along black persons and 58% of all persons with HIV identify as black.
Black persons with HIV are 11x more likely to die from HIV related illness than non-black persons with HIV.
In honor of National HIV/AIDS Awareness Day, Feeding Hope Village and the Health Council of Southeast Florida hosted a fantastic kick-off event from 10am-2pm on February 6th.
Our very own Palm Beach County HIV CARE Council was in attendance engaging, educating and empowering those in the community.
Interested in getting involved? Call 561-355-4820 for more information.
Did you know we fund Rebel Recovery FL for HIV linkage services? The experts at Rebel make it a safe and comfortable experience for anyone who is living with or at risk of contracting HIV, as well as those with substance use issues. As Rebel says: We Love You!
Yesterday, the Community Services Department took a trip to to view the 20 panels of the on display there. The quilt memorializes those lost to HIV throughout the epidemic, and is created by their friends and loved ones. β€οΈ It's a somber reminder of those we have lost and the generation that never got to grow up, and a reminder of why Ending the Epidemic is so important! To learn more or get into care, message us or call 561-355-3925. We can end HIV together πͺπͺ
A highlight from our amazing Summit to End HIV last week.
The Privilege Walk
Gave our participants time to reflect on:
Self awareness
Connectedness
Judgement
Perception
Stigma
Empathy
Understanding
Join us for our Ending the HIV Epidemic (EHE) Summit kicking off today and running through Saturday, Dec. 2nd. Attend one or all three sessions!
Dr. Casey Messer is currently on stage welcoming our partners and community members to this exciting event.
No cost to attend; continuing education credits offered as well.
π Join the Palm Beach County Summit to End HIV: Let Communities Lead! πͺπ½ β¨ π£οΈ Calling all healthcare pros, service providers, and community peers passionate about ending . π From Nov 30-Dec 2, unite with diverse leaders to make a difference. ππ½ Let's disrupt HIV together! Register now!
Register for Day 1: https://shorturl.at/cdCY4
Register for Day 2: https://shorturl.at/oEIM2
Register for Day 3: https://shorturl.at/eqtGZ
ποΈπ How a tragic event sparked the solidarity needed to end the epidemic. π€ π
π«Άπ½ Click here: https://shorturl.at/aopA0 to learn how you can help end HIV.
π Explore your options for HIV treatment in Palm Beach County, FL by calling (561) 355-3924. π
π€ Ever thought about the impact of stigma on people living with HIV? π₯ This video is an eye-opener, delving into the reasons why it's crucial to challenge stigma while ensuring access to proper care. πͺπ½ πΏ Explore your options for treatment in Palm Beach County, FL. Call (561) 355-3924. π
π¬ Meet Sandra Anderson, whose HIV/AIDS journey was marked by challenges, perseverance, and hope. π Education became her armor. π Adherence, her strength. πͺπ½ Through it all Sandra learned the pivotal lesson: prioritize yourself. π Embrace health, mind, and spirit. Her story echoes a resounding message: self-care isn't selfish, it's survival. π₯ Watch now and be inspired. πͺπ½
πΏ Explore your options for treatment in Palm Beach County, FL. Call (561) 355-3924. π
π Knowledge is power, especially when it comes to your health. π Join the conversation, spread awareness, and let's break stigma together. πͺπ½ β¨ Need free or low-cost HIV services? Explore your options by calling (561) 355-3924. π π©Ί
π π©Ί Still confused about what U=U means? Dr. David Malebranche breaks it down in this brief explainer. πͺπ½ Explore your options for HIV treatment in Palm Beach County, FL by calling (561) 355-3924. π
β¨ On October 26, 2023 the Palm Beach County HIV CARE Council held its annual retreat, and it was spectacular. Special thanks to County Commissioner Gregg Weiss πͺπ½ for his ongoing support - a real champion of change in Palm Beach County. π
Check out the highlights from the event, below! β¨
π Calling all Artists! π This World AIDS Day, December 1, 2023, Palm Beach Countyβs Ending the HIV Epidemic initiative is excited to celebrate you and your craft by sharing your work with members of the local community! π ππ½ To submit your artwork, please access our Submission Form by scanning the QR code on this flyer. To learn more about this project call: (561) 355-3924. π€π½ π
Go directly to Submission Form: https://redcap.pbcgov.org/redcap/surveys/?s=WF8PX83XHCRPTXLE
π£οΈ β€οΈ Let's break the stigma around talking about HIV and s*xual health. It's not only responsible but also empowering! πͺπ½ π¬ Find ways to talk to your s*x partners about PrEP, condoms, and much more: https://shorturl.at/AOUZ2 π Spread the love, not the virus. π ππ½
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ποΈπ How a tragic event sparked the solidarity needed to end the #HIV epidemic. π€ π π«Άπ½ Click here: https://shorturl.at/aopA0 to learn how you can help end HIV. π Explore your options for HIV treatment in Palm Beach County, FL by calling (561) 355-3924. π #WorldAIDSDay #UnityToEndHIV #makingadifference #UnitedWeStand
π€ Ever thought about the impact of stigma on people living with HIV? π₯ This video is an eye-opener, delving into the reasons why it's crucial to challenge stigma while ensuring access to proper care. πͺπ½ πΏ Explore your options for #HIV treatment in Palm Beach County, FL. Call (561) 355-3924. π #EndTheStigma #treatment #KnowledgeIsPower
π¬ Meet Sandra Anderson, whose HIV/AIDS journey was marked by challenges, perseverance, and hope. π Education became her armor. π Adherence, her strength. πͺπ½ Through it all Sandra learned the pivotal lesson: prioritize yourself. π Embrace health, mind, and spirit. Her story echoes a resounding message: self-care isn't selfish, it's survival. π₯ Watch now and be inspired. πͺπ½ πΏ Explore your options for #HIV treatment in Palm Beach County, FL. Call (561) 355-3924. π #SelfCare #Resilience #Hope #knowyourvalue #treatment #Resilience #TriumphOverAdversity
π Knowledge is power, especially when it comes to your health. π Join the conversation, spread awareness, and let's break #HIV stigma together. πͺπ½ β¨ Need free or low-cost HIV services? Explore your options by calling (561) 355-3924. π π©Ί #HIVAwareness #EndHIVStigma #KnowledgeIsPower #treatment
β¨ On October 26, 2023 the Palm Beach County HIV CARE Council held its annual retreat, and it was spectacular. Special thanks to County Commissioner Gregg Weiss πͺπ½ for his ongoing support - a real champion of change in Palm Beach County. π Check out the highlights from the event, below! β¨ #EndHIVStigma #Activated #HIV #knowledgeispower
π©πΎββοΈ π©Ί Infectious disease physician Charlene Flash, MD, MPH shares 3 basic facts about #HIV. πͺπ½ Explore your options for HIV treatment in Palm Beach County, FL by calling (561) 355-3924. π #KnowledgeIsPower #UndetectableEqualsUntransmittable #treatment
π€ ΒΏCΓ³mo se rompe el estigma del VIH? AsΓ es como RaΓΊl encontrΓ³ apoyo en su propia familia. ππ½ Explore sus opciones de servicios para el VIH en el condado de Palm Beach llamando al 561-355-3924. π #KnowledgeIsPower #UndetectableEqualsUntransmittable #EndHIVStigma #PalmBeachCounty
π Palm Beach County celebrates October 15 as National Latinx HIV Awareness Day! π π΄π In Palm Beach County #Florida the Board of County Commissioners recognized this day with an official proclamation declaring Oct. 15, 2023 as National Latinx HIV/AIDS Awareness Day in Palm Beach County, and affirming the countyβs commitment to the care and support of individuals living with #HIV / #AIDS. πππ½π΄ π₯ Thanks to County Commissioner Gregg Weiss for his steadfast support of individuals living with HIV and his promotion of HIV/AIDS awareness. Watch as he presented this Proclamation! π #NLAAD #Latinx #Latino #HIVAwareness #EndHIVStigma #KnowledgeIsPower
π As a woman of color living with #HIV, Kamaria has faced her share of battles against stereotypes and misconceptions. But she refuses to let society define who she is. π«πͺπ½ #PositivityMatters #LifeBeyondHIV #LivingWithPurpose #EndHIVStigma #IdentityEmpowerment
π How a βvery quiet, conservative young womanβ went from hiding her pregnancy to speaking out π£οΈ about HIV. ππ½ #knowledgeispower #HIV #pregnancy #EndHIVStigma
π£οΈ βIf you want a turning point to occur, then you have to be that turning point.β π πͺπ½ How Lorenzo got smart about HIV treatment. π ππΏ #HIV #treatment #knowledgeispower #Education
Are you struggling with staying on your HIV medications? Meet Cedric, who's been living with HIV since 2012. #treatment #HIV #healthychoices
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