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🎉 The 340B Drug Pricing Program turns 31 today! On the eve of the election, we celebrate a program with enduring bipartisan support. For three decades, 340B has been the backbone of America's public health safety net, helping providers stretch scarce federal resources to serve more patients. 💡 Three things you might not know about the program: 1️⃣ 1 in 10 Americans rely on community health centers for their care 2️⃣ Ryan White clinics leverage 340B savings to provide HIV treatment to 575,000 people annually, achieving a 89% viral suppression rate (vs. 65% national avg.) 3️⃣ New research published in JAMA shows that when FQHCs expand their 340B programs, they deliver more care to uninsured patients and boost preventive services Three decades in, 340B continues to demonstrate what's possible when we prioritize access to care for all Americans. #Healthcare #PublicHealth #HealthEquity #340B #CommunityHealth

I have the privilege of working with The Hepatitis C Trust where we have been listening closely to the incredible team of staff and volunteers, whose lived experience and frontline work provide unique insights into the challenges faced by the populations they serve. NHS England Hepatitis C Elimination Programme has been a huge success. In 2023/4, they engaged more than 140,000 people, tested more than 50,000 and supported more than 3,000 people to access hepatitis C treatment. However, with increasing health inequalities and stalling life expectancy the need to broaden the scope is clear: Mental health support, harm reduction, and addressing conditions like HIV and hepatitis B are top priorities. Social issues such as housing, stigma, and access to healthcare remain significant barriers for many. A peer-led model is more vital than ever, building trust with underserved populations while providing advocacy for systemic change. Staff and volunteers are already going above and beyond, addressing needs beyond hepatitis C - but they need recognition and support, including training in broader health areas. The aim remains to amplify the voices of the often voiceless, ensuring that no one is left behind. 📣 Call to Action: Now is the time for government bodies and the NHS to join us in this journey to ensure a "fairer Britain, where everyone lives well for longer". Together, we can champion sustainable funding and policies that drive meaningful change for the most marginalised and vulnerable. 💡 What are your thoughts on the role of peer-led models in tackling health inequalities? #InclusiveHealth #HealthEquity #PeerLed #PublicHealth #HCT Leila Reid Amitava Banerjee Rachel Halford Prof. Bola Owolabi, MRCGP MFPH(Hon), FRSPH

Comment: Dr Aaron Motsoaledi is announced as minister of health(MOH) on the 30th of June in the YEAR 2024! This after serving as MOH for a full decade, from 2009-2019. The Motsoaledi years was two fold, good & bad.. the good was that a lot less people died because of HIV and the end of AIDS denialism saved lives, but to be honest that race and baton was started & handed over by former minister Barbara Hogan. The bad? Dr Motsoaledi department was marred by crisis after crisis in the public healthcare system. Yes, generalising about PHS is not always fair. There is significant variation between provinces, between districts and between individual facilities. There are undoubtedly many qualified and committed people out there putting in the hours for the communities they serve. But there are also persistent reports of under-staffing, long waiting times, patients sleeping on the floor and worse, R450 million spent on a broken NIS system! So in 2024 we need to begin to build a Universal Healthcare System? and be led by a man who has done nothing in 10 years that even had a whiff of innovation when it came to regulating private healthcare to improve public health🫠🇿🇦

🚨 In case you missed it: New WHO STI guidelines🚨 WHO launched two critical guideline documents in July related to sexually transmitted infections (STIs): 1️⃣ Updated recommendations: The latest evidence-based guidance on treating gonorrhoea, chlamydia and syphilis, alongside new recommendations for syphilis testing and partner services. Download here: https://lnkd.in/e-ApmgW5. 2️⃣ New treatment guidelines: Focused on the treatment of trichomoniasis, Mycoplasma genitalium, candidiasis, bacterial vaginosis and anogenital warts. Download here: https://lnkd.in/ecSC-GKF. These guidelines are important for policy-makers, programme managers, health workers, and all stakeholders committed to addressing STIs and improving public health outcomes. #STIs #GlobalHealth #PublicHealth #WHO

𝐆𝐋𝐎𝐁𝐀𝐋 𝐅𝐔𝐍𝐃 𝐓𝐁/𝐇𝐈𝐕 𝐏𝐑𝐎𝐉𝐄𝐂𝐓 𝐒𝐓𝐀𝐅𝐅 𝐓𝐑𝐀𝐈𝐍𝐈𝐍𝐆 & 𝐎𝐑𝐈𝐄𝐍𝐓𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍 𝐕𝐄𝐍𝐔𝐄: 𝐂𝐑𝐄𝐒𝐓𝐀 𝐋𝐎𝐃𝐆𝐄, 𝐆𝐀𝐁𝐎𝐑𝐎𝐍𝐄 𝐃𝐀𝐓𝐄: 𝟐𝟐 𝐅𝐄𝐁𝐑𝐔𝐀𝐑𝐘 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟒 𝐃𝐀𝐘 𝟒 Cindy Kelemi-Baeletsi, BONELA Executive Director engaging reiterating on the gaps in the work around TB. "We still have a lot of advocacy to do so that people in the space can understand why we need social welfare and protection services to be given to the TB Affected Community. TB is a burden to patients. They face challenges such as being terminated from work because of them being physically weakened from the disease especially in the first two months of infection and treatment. The food baskets given to patients is not enough. We will engaging Ministry of Local Government and Health and Wellness to review existing limiting and inadequate policies." She continued to highlight a recommendation from the Legal Environment Assessment Report which states " Consider reviewing , with a view towards repealing, punitive and coercive provisions in law which interfere with human rights and create barriers to the HIV and TB responses. These include: 𝐎𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐥𝐲 𝐛𝐫𝐨𝐚𝐝 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐯𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐜𝐫𝐢𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐳𝐞 𝐞𝐱𝐩𝐨𝐬𝐮𝐫𝐞, 𝐧𝐨𝐧-𝐝𝐢𝐬𝐜𝐥𝐨𝐬𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐬𝐦𝐢𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐨𝐟 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞 𝐝𝐢𝐬𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐞 𝐰𝐡𝐢𝐜𝐡 𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐥𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐇𝐈𝐕 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐓𝐁. 

At the end of June, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit upheld a lower court ruling that a portion of the ACA’s preventive care mandate is unconstitutional. However, the court said the ruling should apply only to the plaintiffs who brought the case. The plaintiffs objected on religious grounds to providing coverage of services such as pre-exposure prophylaxis medications for HIV. Calling the decision a “mixed bag,” the court indicated that a universal injunction impacting the preventive care mandate was not warranted. #NewDawnInBenefits #compliance #courts #litigation #ACA #hr #humanresources #grouphealthinsurance #healthinsurance #healthcare

On World AIDS Day, we recognize the global impact of HIV/AIDS and the urgent need for preventive measures to protect public health. This day is a powerful reminder of how essential proactive strategies are in preventing the spread of communicable diseases and supporting affected communities. Join us at the 3rd International Conference on Preventive Medicine and Public Health on 19-20 June 2025 in Colombo, Sri Lanka, as we come together to explore comprehensive approaches for tackling global health issues. Through collaboration and innovation, we can build a future where prevention takes priority. More information on https://lnkd.in/gbDYkeai #WorldAIDSDay #PreventiveMedicine2025 #PublicHealth #GlobalHealth #HIVPrevention #AIDSawareness #PreventiveCare #HealthcareConference #HealthInnovation #ColomboConference #PublicHealthMatters

Recognizing the early signs of HIV is crucial for timely intervention. Symptoms like fever, night sweats, sore throat, fatigue, and muscle aches may appear within weeks of exposure. Saifee Hospital provides expert care and support for individuals at every stage. Stay informed, stay healthy. Early detection can make all the difference. If you're experiencing any symptoms or have concerns, don’t wait—book your appointment at Saifee Hospital today for expert guidance and care. Your health matters. #EarlyHIVDetection #StayInformed #SaifeeHospitalCare #HIVAwareness #YourHealthMatters #HIVPrevention #TimelyIntervention #HIVSupport #StayHealthy #ExpertCare #HealthFirst

HIV impacts millions, with 38.6 million adults and 1.4 million children living with the virus. While the disease itself cannot yet be reversed, we can reverse the stigma, ignorance, and inaction surrounding it. ❤️ Educate. Spread awareness about prevention and treatment. 🤝 Empathize. Stand with those affected. 💊 Empower. Advocate for access to life-saving medication and healthcare. Every action counts in the fight for a healthier, more inclusive world. Let’s ensure no one faces this journey alone. #aidsday #worldaidsday #aidsawareness #endthestigma #hivprevention #togetherwecan #endaids #preventionmatters #healthcare #healthtech #healthsy #sincerelyyours

For over two decades, the U.S. President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR) has been a global leader in saving lives and strengthening health systems. Through bipartisan leadership, PEPFAR has: ✅ Provided lifesaving treatment to over 20 million people ✅ Prevented millions of babies from being born with HIV ✅ Built resilience in over 50 countries to combat health crises The NAE has long supported the work of PEPFAR, and we believe that both public and private investment in life-saving assistance is required. With its reauthorization deadline approaching in March, now is a good time to urge Congress to support PEPFAR. We have a letter ready to go: https://lght.ly/j50nn3a #PEPFAR #GlobalHealth