Are you passionate about the LGBTQ+ Health Equity? Do you want to contribute to a vibrant community conversation on health & wellnes within the LGBTQ+ community? Sussex Pride invites you to become our Health & Wellness Editor! This is a unique opportunity to engage with your community, showcase artistic talent, and help promote the health … Read more
Delaware is experiencing a significant public health challenge as new HIV infections surge and vital health services face unprecedented funding cuts. In 2024, the state witnessed a 10% year over year increase in new HIV diagnoses, coupled with a 64% reduction in federal HIV prevention funding. These compounding crises have left prevention services severely underfunded, … Read more
As we approach World AIDS Day on December 1st, we come together to honor the lives lost to HIV/AIDS, support those living with the virus, and renew our commitment to ending the epidemic in Delaware and globally. In Delaware, the statistics on HIV/AIDS highlight the ongoing challenges our community faces. Currently, approximately 4,000 people are … Read more
Mental health matters and we know it can often be a difficult conversation. It’s even harder to talk aboutsuicide, but that’s the reality 130 families had to face in 2022 in our state alone when their loved one died bysuicide – a tragedy that often requires unique support and care for the loss survivors left … Read more
The Delaware HIV Planning Council and Delaware HIV Consortium are implementing a needs assessment to learn how they can enhance access to HIV prevention services in the face of budget cuts. This will help us identify strategies to prevent HIV as we strive to end the epidemic in Delaware. You can help by completing this … Read more
The Pride Body Project is an opportunity for men to talk about body image issues together. The two session program is designed for men who are gay, bisexual, or experience attraction to other men (including trans men who experience attraction to other men). This group is at higher risk for eating disorders and the program … Read more
The Delaware Prostate Cancer Coalition will be hosting Coffee and Conversation on the 4th Wednesday of every month at the Beebe Medical Center on Route 24 in Suite 312 (The Cancer Support Community Suite) starting at 9:00 AM. All men are welcome. For more information contact the Delaware Prostate Cancer Coalition.
Doxy PEP, or doxycycline post-exposure prophylaxis, is an emerging preventive measure aimed at reducing the risk of certain sexually transmitted infections (STIs), particularly syphilis, gonorrhea, and chlamydia (Doxy PEP does not protect against viral infections like HIV or MPox). Doxy PEP is especially relevant for sexual and gender minorities (SGM), and others who may face … Read more
You can get a free, confidential HIV Test at over 20 different locations around Delaware, but if you would rather, you can also order a free HIV self test. If you live in the United States , are 17 years of age or older, and have not previously ordered in the past 90 days, you … Read more
Sussex Pride is excited to partner with STDCheck to offer free HIV & Syphillis testing anywhere in Delaware. With over 20 locations in our state, you can find a testing site nearby and schedule a time that is convenient for you. Here’s the process: A professional will be able to talk to you about your … Read more