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Avita Pride Campaign 2024

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Pride ‘24/7: Announcing Our 2024 LGBTQ+ Pride Schedule

Here’s the scoop on our 2024 Pride theme and where to find the Avita Pharmacy, Q Care Plus, & AvitaCare Atlanta teams celebrating LGBTQ+ Pride this season.
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How covered entities can engage behavioral health patients

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How Covered Entities Can Engage Behavioral Health Patients

How can covered entities engage & retain community members in mental health services in an environment rife with patient obstacles? Here’s advice from the front lines.
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STI Epidemic David Harvey Dr. Christopher Hall Avita

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The Take: Why the U.S. STI Epidemic is “Out of Control”

What will it take to alleviate America’s STI epidemic? More, say David Harvey of the National Coalition of STD Directors and Avita’s Dr. Christopher Hall.
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Avita The Take With Dr. Carey Candrian

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The Take: What’s Behind Health Inequity for Older LGBTQ+ Americans?  

A lifetime of stigmatization and discrimination has led to critical health disparities for older LGBTQ+ Americans. GLMA Board Member Dr. Carey Candrian explains why education, advocacy, and research are vital to championing health equity for this growing demographic.
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Avita integrated healthcare for covered entities

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For Covered Entities, Integrated Care is No Longer an Option

In a changing 340B environment, adopting an integrated healthcare model helps covered entities enhance the quality, efficiency, and outcomes of their services. Here’s how.
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AvitaCare Atlanta patient Tony Merritt

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Tony’s HIV Story: “I’m Proof You Can Live a Long, Healthy Life.”

Tony Merritt has been living with HIV for 30+ years. He’s using his voice as a member of the Black LGBTQ+ community to show others the power of getting tested.
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Avita The Take with Ryan Clary and Will Rodgers

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The Take: The Hep C Movement is Revving Its Engines

NASCAR driver & liver health spokesperson Will Rodgers and hepatitis advocacy expert Ryan Clary explain why the hep C problem isn’t going away without a fight.
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12 Expert Insights to Help Covered Entities Kick Off 2024

From HIV to 340B, we gathered thought leaders’ insights on issues our covered entity partners care about the most. Read on for ideas to fuel your 2024 mission.
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340B News graphic

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340B News Sources Covered Entities Shouldn’t Miss

Is your covered entity team in search of reliable sources for 340B program news, advocacy campaigns, policies, events, and more? Then don't miss this list.
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Avita team member and veteran Shaun Lunn

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What the Military Taught an Avita Veteran About Compassionate Care

AvitaCare Atlanta’s Shaun Lunn’s military service made a lasting impact on his desire to compassionately care for underserved patients. Here’s why.
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Jen Cocohoba Avita The Take

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The Take: Pharmacists are Crucial Health Care Change Agents

The role of community pharmacists as health care change agents has come a long way since the HIV epidemic began 40+ years ago. UCSF’s Jen Cocohoba explains.
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6 Reason To Trust Your Community Pharmacist

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5 Reasons Patients Should Trust Their Community Pharmacists

Marginalized patients often struggle to trust the health care industry. Here’s why community pharmacists serve as a source of compassion & expertise.
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ACA open enrollment for covered entities

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Top ACA Open Enrollment Tips Covered Entities Can’t Miss

Private insurance coverage is crucial to the health of both marginalized patients and covered entities. Here’s how CEs can tackle open enrollment for the win.
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Clinical Advocacy Social

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Provider POV: 340B is Critical. We Must Raise Our Voices.

In the wake of abounding 340B changes, Dr. Christopher Hall gives a provider’s POV on the program’s impact and why sharing success stories is critical to its future.
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Avita patient profile Jaycee Clark

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A Journey Worth Fighting for: Jaycee’s Wellness Story

Jaycee Clark had hit rock bottom when she finally found the compassionate care she needed to live a full life—as her authentic self—with HIV. Here’s her story.
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Avita and AARC partnership

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The AARC & Avita Partnership: “Our Success is Intertwined.”

The health care needs of San Antonio’s underserved communities are constantly evolving. Here’s how AARC & Avita partner to replace patient roadblocks with hope.
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How PrEP Can Transform Your HIV Prevention & Care Delivery

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How PrEP Can Transform Your HIV Prevention & Care Delivery

Former White House physician Dr. Jennifer Peña helps clinical care teams explore the opportunities and crucial considerations associated with PrEP & telePrEP.
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Greg Millett of amfAR talks to Avita Care Solutions

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The Take: Why Ending HIV Depends on Protecting LGBTQ+ Rights

In a “two steps forward, one step back” scenario, the nation's goal to end HIV by 2030 has been stymied by an all-out assault on LGBTQ+ rights. amfAR's Greg Millett explains the current climate and what it's going to take to stay on track.
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