Target4- Region 7

04/24/2026

While advancements in HIV treatment and awareness have continued to improve, the virus still impacts different parts of the world at varying rates. Take a look at this article from Very Well Health which provides an overview of HIV statistics across the globe, and identifies how geographical and health disparities across different regions play into the numbers.

About 41 million people are living with HIV, despite global prevention efforts. This HIV fact guide takes a global look at worldwide infection rates.

04/22/2026

Communities across the country are constantly adapting to the ever-changing street drug market. The article from The Daily Yonder shares the story of Dalton Barrett, a program manager for the Edgecombe County Post Overdose Response Team. The article highlights the work that Dalton and other community partners have accomplished in that region of North Carolina to ensure proper resources are available to those who use.

“Don Julio.” “AT&T.” “Ruby Tuesday.” “Call of Duty.” These are among the stamps on small bags of street drugs that Dalton Barrett has recently

04/20/2026

According to the article from aidsmap, individuals living with HIV tend to have increased levels of inflammation throughout the body, even when taking their anti-retroviral therapeutic medications. Click the link to learn more about a study which examined the relationship of inflammation markers in the body and HIV viral proteins.

People with HIV experience ongoing low-level inflammation which may contribute to worsened health outcomes compared to the general population, however it has been challenging to pin it down on an exact cause.  Findings of a collaboration of scientists from the US National Institutes of Health l...

04/17/2026

Are you or someone you know living with HIV but not receiving medical care and services for HIV disease? A full array of services is available to individuals with HIV living in Kentucky. Visit the linked Kentucky Cabinet for Health and Family Services webpage to learn more about these services and how to apply for them.

https://www.chfs.ky.gov/agencies/dph/dehp/hab/Pages/services.aspx

04/16/2026

Do you have prescription or even non-prescription medications around your home that you need to get rid of? Many folks find themselves in this position, and no, you shouldn’t just throw them out with the trash. There are drug disposal locations throughout the commonwealth where you can dispose of these items properly. Find the nearest one to you using the app at the link and responsibly discard those medications.

In National Take Back 1-25, Kentucky has collected a total of  236,339 pounds of unused and/or unwanted prescription medications at all Drug Take Back ​​​events and locations since ​​October 2011.    

04/15/2026

The Conference on Retroviruses and Opportunistic Infections (CROI) was last week and developments in HIV treatment and prevention are focal points of the conference. At the link learn more about the top five CROI stories on long-term health for people living with HIV and other topics. One of those long-term health impacts is about how statins might reduce blood pressure in people living with HIV as well as manage cholesterol.

As more people live longer with HIV, managing other health conditions is increasingly important. Research presented at the recent Conference on Retroviruses and Opportunistic Infections (CROI 2026) in Denver covered a wide range of issues – from new obesity drugs and cardiovascular risk to tr...

04/08/2026

It is possible to live a healthy and productive life. If you or someone you know is looking for help related to alcohol use or misuse, free and confidential support is available at samhsa.gov/find-help.

04/06/2026

National Youth HIV/AIDS Awareness Day (April 10) is a day to address the impact of HIV on young people. When we reduce HIV stigma and promote testing, prevention, and treatment for young people, we can help stop HIV together. Resources are available at www.cdc.gov/stophivtogether

04/01/2026

Ever heard of the term Harm Reduction but unsure what it means? You’re not alone! Harm reduction is all about meeting people where they are and lessening the negative consequences of risky behaviors. More specifically, Harm Reduction aims to save lives and protect the health of people who use drugs. To learn more about the principles of Harm Reduction, check out the link below!

Harm reduction is a set of practical strategies aimed at reducing negative consequences associated with drug use. Understand the principles of harm reduction.

03/31/2026

Check out one of our testing events in April!

03/30/2026

Have questions about HIV but not sure where to start? Check out the website below. It has a lot of great information and helps answer some of people’s most common questions!

Learn facts about HIV Infection, how it’s transmitted, potential treatment options & difference between HIV and AIDS. Discover what to discuss with your HCP.

03/26/2026

Hepatitis C treatment has come a long way in terms of ease of medication and access to treatment. We offer Hepatitis C telehealth visits which include shipping medication straight to your door! If you’d like to learn more about Hepatitis C telehealth treatment contact Tiffany Maegley at tiffany.maegley@uky.edu for treatment options in your area.

Hepatitis C is Curable and the Johns Hopkins Viral Hepatitis Center is here to help. Hepatitis C is a viral infection causing liver disease. Hepatitis C is t...