Health Professionals

This toolkit is organized into flexible, standalone sections to meet the varied needs of Title X and SRH providers. You do not need to use the toolkit in order. The toolkit is organized by types of PrEP services so that the user can identify and access the tools and resources most relevant to the services provided in their setting. Whether you provide counseling and referrals or deliver the full spectrum of services onsite, the materials here are designed to support your work.

This webinar recording explores two critical public health topics: congenital syphilis and heat-related illnesses. Presenters provide an overview of current trends, prevention strategies, and treatment considerations for congenital syphilis, alongside guidance on recognizing, preventing, and managing heat injuries. The session offers practical insights for healthcare providers, public health professionals, and community partners working to address these urgent health concerns.

This webinar recording discusses tests for TB and drug resistance. It also reviews TB screening, diagnosis, treatment monitoring, and more. 

This webpage outlines the importance of disaster preparedness for people with HIV. Natural disasters—such as hurricanes, tornadoes, tsunamis, and wildfires—can displace anyone, disrupting access to critical HIV medicines and care. It emphasizes the need for individuals with HIV to plan ahead to maintain treatment continuity, protect their health, and reduce the risk of transmission, including steps to connect with new healthcare providers if displaced.

This fact sheet discusses that navigating prescription drug access for clients can present many challenges and barriers. NASTAD is committed to developing and maintaining resources highlighting initiatives aiming to maximize affordable access to essential medicines, including programs for uninsured/underinsured individuals and cost-sharing assistance for insured individuals contending with out-of-pocket spending.

This webpage explain how LGBTQ+ young people are not inherently prone to suicide risk because of their sexual orientation or gender identity but rather placed at higher risk because of how they are mistreated and stigmatized in society.

The 2024 US Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) Recommendation Statement reaffirms the importance of early screening for syphilis infection in all pregnant individuals to prevent congenital syphilis and associated complications. The report underscores timely testing—including repeat screening in high-risk cases—as a critical measure to safeguard maternal and infant health.

This webpage explains that persistent high-risk HPV—especially type 16—is a leading cause of oropharyngeal cancer, accounting for around 70% of U.S. throat cancers, and highlights prevention strategies like vaccination, sexual health practices, and regular screenings.