Use of RWHAP Funds for Health Care Coverage Costs
Resource updated 09/19/2023
Resource updated 09/19/2023
Resource from the RWHAP Best Practices Compilation updated on 11/13/2023
Resource from the RWHAP Best Practices Compilation updated on 11/02/2023
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By cross matching registries of HIV and other sexually transmitted infections, this study found 27.1% of male syphilis cases were coinfected with HIV and 31.8% of those coinfected were not virally suppressed. This suggests ongoing sexual risk behaviors and the potential for HIV transmission among male syphilis cases.
Resource (Conference Presentation) updated 09/14/2023
Utilization of a peer support specialist to increase routine bacterial sexually transmitted infection screening, testing, and treatment in an urban clinic and related patient care outcomes.
Resource (Conference Presentation) updated 09/14/2023
Our Women Organizing Resources and Knowledge (WORK) is supportive housing demonstration project developed to address and reduce gaps in resources for low-income women with HIV with children. Learn best practices and lessons learned through the development and implementation project.
Resource (Conference Presentation) updated 09/14/2023
California’s AIDS Drug Assistance Program (ADAP) and Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis Assistance Program (PrEP-AP) provide access to life-saving medications and insurance assistance for eligible California residents living with or at risk of acquiring HIV. This presentation will explore the efficacy of various program policy changes implemented by California during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Resource (Conference Presentation) updated 09/14/2023
The COVID-19 public health emergency (PHE) exacerbated homelessness and housing instability. NY EMA Planning staff worked collaboratively to address homelessness as a driving force of poorer health outcomes for people living with HIV. This presentation will illustrate community planning processes for addressing housing-related barriers among RWHAP consumers during the PHE.
Resource (Conference Presentation) updated 09/14/2023
Creation on pop-up mobile clinics, created in partnership with an established Syringe Support Program (SSP) and academic organizations, to provide one stop STI/HCV/HIV testing and COVID-19 vaccination for people experiencing substance use/homelessness, who have increased risks for these conditions.
Resource (Conference Presentation) updated 09/14/2023
Screening protocols developed to identify more opportunities for testing at multiple sites and in asymptomatic individuals among persons at risk individuals with HIV to prevent and treat STIs.
Resource (Conference Presentation) updated 09/14/2023
A NJ clinic has implemented multi-site STI screening for the clinic population and for higher risk groups. Gains made in implementation through prior quality initiatives were not sustained. The clinic worked collaboratively with a quality coach to identify how and why rectal swabs are overlooked, particularly when indicated.
Resource (Conference Presentation) updated 09/14/2023
Introduction. In Louisiana, the rates of sexually transmitted infections (STI) rank among the top ten. Approach. A sexual activity history was completed utilizing an audio computer-assisted self-interview tool. Results. Over 40% of the recommended STI screenings were extragenital testing. Discussion. A sexual activity history tool provides reliable recommendations for STI testing.
Resource (Conference Presentation) updated 09/14/2023
Description of the impact of unstable housing and homelessness on HIV health outcomes, including lessons learned from HIV outbreak response efforts.
Resource (Conference Presentation) updated 09/14/2023
Resources for housing, HIV prevention, and HIV care and treatment, including funding structures and partnerships that address barriers that impact HIV health outcomes.
Resource (Conference Presentation) updated 09/14/2023
Jurisdictions and service providers discuss challenges to implementing comprehensive HIV and housing models and innovative service delivery models that address barriers faced by people with HIV who are unstably housed and homeless.
Resource (Conference Presentation) updated 09/14/2023
Resource updated 06/27/2024
Resource updated 10/10/2023
Resource from the RWHAP Best Practices Compilation updated on 01/17/2024
Resource from the RWHAP Best Practices Compilation updated on 11/27/2023