Men's Health Foundation

World AIDS Day, recognized annually on December 1st since 1988, honors the lives lost to the HIV epidemic and raises awareness about HIV/AIDS. Holding the memory of the lives lost brings light to their stories of resilience and resistance, offering hope for the future. In the latest episode of the MHF Podcast, Rob Lester and Timothy Griffin Jr, LMSW join hosts David Watson and Marc Esposo for a discussion on their personal and professional experiences in the fight against HIV/AIDS. They touch on: 1.????The evolution of HIV/AIDS treatment 2.????Key milestones that have shaped the course of the epidemic 3.????Stories of resilience and strength from affected community members 4.????Ongoing challenges of overcoming stigma and ensuring access to healthcare 5.????The importance of personal advocacy and community engagement Listen to the episode on Spotify or Apple Podcasts or watch it on Youtube at: https://lnkd.in/gv-PwkVd ? To read a transcript of the episode, visit: https://lnkd.in/gaPiuumn The information and opinions shared in this podcast are for educational purposes only. Diagnostic or treatment advice requires individual consultation with a doctor. Please talk with your primary care physician or a medically-licensed professional. #worldaidsday #menshealth #hivawareness

Astounding LA artist Shak Smart is bringing the color to SoCal Club, our community center in South LA! “I had to educate myself and do research about men’s health, breaking the stigmas and breaking the stereotypes that we have in these different communities and building bridges,” says Smart. “Painting this and personifying a message like ‘Knowledge is Power’…actually coming out here and educating yourself is powerful, and it will link and bridge the gaps between all the stereotypes and stigmas we have out there.”

Happy National Pharmacy Week! ?? We are so proud of our team of pharmacists, technicians, and healthcare professionals that provide essential HIV-specialized care to our patients. Thank you for all you do! ?? #pharmacyweek #hivcare #hiv #menshealthfound #menshealthfoundation

Today we celebrate #NationalComingOutDay ????? We asked our care team what they would say to someone who is unsure about coming out, and what they had to say gets to the heart of why we do what we do! Whether you’re out or not at this time, your health and discretion our priority. ?? Read their full responses at https://lnkd.in/gqMqcdmX ??

Happy #WorldMentalHealthDay ???? MHF Behavioral Health Specialist Brandon Simpson, AMFT, has a few tips for how to get yourself out of a dark headspace. ?? For more, listen to episode 2 of the Men's Health Foundation Podcast on Spotify and Apple Podcasts. ?? Book an appointment at https://lnkd.in/gEF-kHXg ??

The World Health Organization recently declared a global health emergency over the growing mpox outbreak in several African countries. While the United States experienced its own outbreak 2 years ago, new questions have been raised about the potential severity of this resurgence. Is the outbreak caused by a different more contagious form of mpox? What extra precautions can be taken to protect against infection? Will the vaccine provided in the U.S. protect against this new outbreak overseas? ? Jorell Blanco, a registered nurse at Men’s Health Foundation, joins the podcast to shed light on these questions and give listeners a refresher on how to stay safe and protected against mpox. Listen now on Spotify or Apple Podcasts or watch on Youtube at https://lnkd.in/gyZu_dEM

In honor of Physician Assistant Week, we're highlighting Sergio Hurtado, PA-C ?? Sergio joined the healthcare industry to address healthcare disparities among the LGBTQ+ community and people living with HIV. His goal is to create a safe space for patients where they can feel “free of judgement” and empowered to live longer and happier lives. #physicianassistantweek #menshealthfound #lgtbqhealth

In celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, MHF employee experience & engagement specialist Veronica Torres moderated a panel including pharmacy technician Carol Gavilanes, manager of clinical research and operations Nelson Guzman, interim chief operating officer Carlos Vega-Matos, payroll supervisor Ana Corleto, and administrative services manager Jesse Gomez Ramirez. In a conversation broadcast across MHF, panelists shared perspectives on the past, present, and future of representation and empowerment. We are so grateful to our Latine team members for making healthcare more accessible every day of every month. ????

Last night was truly transcendent ? Thank you to everyone who joined us in uplifting our transgender, gender diverse, and intersex family! ??????? Alii Day & VHEX were showstopping performers at Hamburger Mary’s WeHo, and our lead PrEP navigator Miranda Ramirez was an incredible hostess ?? We offer STI & HIV testing and treatment with Rapid Results at our MHF WeHo location right next door! Book your appointment at https://lnkd.in/gYyikJf2

We love our pharmacists! Thank you Dr. Kimberly Curtin, Pharm.D., APh and Dr. Derek Brown for providing well-informed compassionate care to our patients to receive the treatment they need???