Health Educators/Communicators

This webpage highlights a recent study that reveals gaps in gonorrhea and chlamydia testing during pregnancy. It emphasizes the potential health risks these infections pose to both mother and child, urging the need for improved screening protocols. The study underscores the importance of regular prenatal testing to ensure better health outcomes for both.

This  video explains Doxy PEP, a preventive option for common STDs like syphilis, gonorrhea, and chlamydia. It highlights the importance of taking doxycycline within 72 hours of potential exposure, ideally within 24 hours.

This fact sheet provides critical guidance for healthcare providers on managing patients with hepatitis C virus (HCV). It outlines key steps for diagnosis, treatment, and referral, emphasizing the importance of early detection and timely intervention. The fact sheet aims to equip healthcare providers with essential tools and resources to improve patient outcomes and prevent the spread of HCV through effective care strategies.

This webpage provides the Vaccine Information Statement (VIS) for the hepatitis B vaccine, detailing the vaccine's purpose, the diseases it prevents, the recommended vaccination schedule, potential side effects, and important information for healthcare providers. It serves as an essential resource for understanding the importance of hepatitis B vaccination.

This information sheet provides details on Doxy PEP (Post-Exposure Prophylaxis) as a preventive treatment for sexually transmitted infections (STIs), including syphilis, gonorrhea, and chlamydia. It outlines the necessary steps for individuals who have been exposed to an STI and may be eligible for doxycycline PEP.

This information sheet provides details on Doxy PEP (Post-Exposure Prophylaxis) as a preventive treatment for sexually transmitted infections (STIs), including syphilis, gonorrhea, and chlamydia. It outlines the necessary steps for individuals who have been exposed to an STI and may be eligible for doxycycline PEP.

This webpage provides information on early HIV-related mouth sores, including pictures to help with identification. It discusses common oral symptoms associated with early HIV infection, such as ulcers, thrush, and other lesions, and highlights their significance in early diagnosis. 

This article highlights a new hepatitis C test that delivers rapid results without requiring a separate lab visit, improving access to early diagnosis and treatment. It emphasizes the importance of expanding testing efforts, particularly for high-risk populations, to support hepatitis C elimination. The article underscores the need for continued innovation in screening technologies to reduce barriers to care and prevent long-term health complications like liver disease and cancer.

This video highlights the rules about who to screen and vaccinate for hepatitis B and how they are now more clinician-friendly.

In this episode of Beyond Substance podcast, Jason Rush shares his journey through addiction and hepatitis C, while Dr. Janet Arno provides expert insight on treatment and public health solutions.