The Illinois Ryan White Part B Program announced the launch of www.prep4illinois.com. This website provides valuable information about pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP), with links to the PrEP4Love Campaign sponsored by the AIDS Foundation of Chicago and additional resources from the …
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Illinois HIV Care Connect reinforcing the importance of good mental health among people living with HIV
Springfield, Ill. – Nov. 10, 2015 – Good mental health is important to all, and particularly to people living with HIV. For this reason, …
Important Information Regarding Ocular Syphilis in Men Who Have Sex with Men
Since January 2015, four cases of ocular syphilis have been reported to the Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH). Three of these cases were diagnosed in men who have sex with men (MSM), and three of the four cases were …
For providers and pharmacies: CDPH alert: Invasive meningococcal disease in men who have sex with men
Date: June 3, 2015
To: HIV primary care providers, pharmacies co-located with HIV clinics, Centers of Excellence pharmacies
From: Stephanie Black, MD, MSc, Medical Director, Communicable Diseases Program and Sarah Kemble, MD, Medical Director, Communicable Diseases Program
CDPH Alert: Invasive …
Chicago Department of Public Health urges sexually active gay men to get vaccinated for invasive meningococcal disease
Small Outbreak of Serious Disease Identified
The Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH) urges sexually active men who have sex with men (MSM) living with HIV, as well as MSM who have anonymous sex partners or use ‘hook up’ apps …
City of Chicago Announces ‘HIV Treatment Works’ Campaign
CDPH campaign includes $18 million investment in local agencies and new social media effort to encourage individuals living with HIV to seek vital care
The Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH) has launched HIV Treatment Works – a new effort …
Advocates oppose 25% cut to HIV funding in 2015 Illinois budget
Illinois Governor Bruce Rauner today proposed a $31.5 billion budget for the state’s next fiscal year that contains draconian cuts to the Illinois Department of Public Health and HIV services. The state’s last fiscal year saw $26 million appropriated for …
Choose a health plan at Get Covered Illinois after reviewing ADAP Medication Assistance and CHIC Premium Assistance requirements
The Affordable Care Act (ACA) enables people living with HIV to obtain health insurance at GetCoveredIllinois.gov. Insurance plans may no longer deny coverage to people living with HIV or with any other pre-existing condition.
The ACA also makes Medicaid …
How to Coordinate ADAP Medication Assistance and CHIC Premium Assistance with the Affordable Care Act
An important message pertaining to the AIDS Drug Assistance Program (ADAP Medication Assistance) and the Continuation of Health Insurance Coverage Program (CHIC Premium Assistance).
If you are currently enrolled or are interested in enrolling in ADAP Medication Assistance or CHIC …