This week the HIV + Hepatitis Policy Institute, a national organization dedicated to promoting quality and affordable healthcare for people living with or at risk of HIV, hepatitis, and other chronic conditions, shared recommendations for Delaware’s House Bill 200, currently making it’s way through the legislature. HB 100 would require health insurance companies (including Medicaid … Read more
Sussex Pride raffled off two pairs of tickets to Lilith Fest 2: a Celebration of Women in Music to our AIDS Walk and Dewey Goes Pink volunteers! Our raffle winners are Diane Scobey and Jessica Davis! We appreciate Diane and Jessica and everyone who has signed up to support our AIDS Walk and Dewey Goes … Read more
Federal HIV Prevention Efforts are stalled or cut in Delaware and around the country. Below is a press release from NASTAD which provides an overview of the situation. WASHINGTON, DC – Domestic HIV prevention efforts across the United States are in crisis as reductions in force (RIFs) at the CDC have caused funding delays and … Read more
On May 13th the Delaware State Legislature passed a concurrent resolution recognizing HIV infection rates, federal funding cuts, and growing health disparities in Delaware. House Concurrent Resolution 47 was spearheaded by Rep. Eric Morrison in partnership with the Delaware HIV Prevention Coalition. Rep. Morrison introduced the resolution in the House, and Senatotor Senator Laura Sturgeon … 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
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
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