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The Power of HIV Testing

June 27th is National HIV Testing Day, designed to drive home the message that HIV testing is a powerful gateway to both wellness and prevention. Here are some basic facts to get the discussion started.
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Food as medicine for HIV

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A Dietitian Explains The “Food as Medicine for HIV” Concept

Fueled by data showing strategic nutrition boosts wellness for people living with HIV, providers are embracing a holistic treatment approach that includes “Food as Medicine for HIV.” AvitaCare Atlanta Director of Nutrition Services Alene Albritton explains.
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Stethoscope on Pride flag

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We Must Partner—With Pride—to Better Serve LGBTQ+ Patients

Covered entities & their service providers act as healthcare safety nets for our most marginalized communities. They must unite to promote LGBTQ+ health equity.
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Cresent Care Outreach

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Designing a Strategic HIV Testing Program that Gets Results

New Orleans health clinic CrescentCare built a successful HIV testing program by prioritizing patient convenience, inclusion, & compassionate care. Here’s how.
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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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4 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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