Office on Women's Health Blog
HIV and AIDS
HIV Prevention Starts With Me (and You)
My message is simple: HIV is still a very real problem, but it is preventable. There are simple steps we can take to protect ourselves, our partners, and our patients…
Preparing for National Women and Girls HIV/AIDS Awareness Day
We want to encourage you to start planning along with us and to promote resources to help educate women who are at risk for/living with HIV.
News: HIV Is Being Diagnosed More Quickly
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
A new CDC Vital Signs report published today finds that HIV is being diagnosed sooner after infection than was previously reported.
Using Digital Communication at World AIDS Day 2016
Here are some brief answers to a few common questions about digital communication for World AIDS Day 2016.
There are many beliefs and myths about aging and sex. A common one is that people 55 and older don't have, think about, or want sex. That's not always true.
Tools to Promote Gender Responsiveness in HIV Prevention Programs for Women and Girls
Dr. Nancy C. Lee, Dr. Richard Wolitski
Gender-related issues are a driver of the HIV epidemic among women and girls. That's why we developed the HIV Prevention Toolkit: A Gender-Responsive Approach.
Sexual Assault Can Happen in Relationships, Too
FUTURES Without Violence, La Clinica del Pueblo
We often equate relationships with consent — leading to the misconception that sexual abuse cannot happen in marriages. This is far from the truth.
What Your Gynecologist Wants You to Know
Does the thought of going to the gyno make you wince? With a little planning, your visit can be a powerful part of your overall health plan.
Women and HIV: Essential Reads!
Get the latest news on developments in HIV prevention, care and treatment, research, and policy to inform your conversations around women's health.
People LOVE to say, "Oh she is living with HIV." Correction: HIV is living with me.
