Drew CARES

Drew CARES Drew CARES is a part of the Department of Preventive and Social Medicine at Charles R. Drew Universi

The Center for AIDS Research, Education and Services (Drew CARES) was established at Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Science in response to the HIV/AIDS epidemic in Watts, Willowbrook, and Compton areas of Los Angeles. We are composed of medical, social service, and research professionals devoted to addressing the HIV/AIDS epidemic by providing prevention and treatment services to individuals in South Los Angeles, and also by conducting health disparity research focused on social, behavioral and clinical aspects of HIV/AIDS

Some of the services that Drew CARES provides includes HIV/AIDS primary care (through the OASIS Clinic), rapid HIV counseling and testing, street outreach services, PrEP navigation services, linkages to care, and benefit assistance.

12/05/2025

World AIDS Day at Charles R. Drew University brought our community together for reflection, connection, and meaningful conversations.

This recap features some of the moments that made the day impactful, including the film screening and discussion led by

The full event video is now available on our YouTube channel — link in bio.
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12/03/2025

World AIDS Day at CDU was a day of connection, community, and powerful conversations.

These candid moments reflect the heart of the event and the people who make this work meaningful.

Full event recap drops tomorrow.
🖤💛 Stay tuned.

12/03/2025

Full video on YouTube .drewcares

12/01/2025

Your health matters. 💛
PrEP is safe, effective, and available with or without insurance.

Watch the full video →
Learn more in our bio.

12/01/2025

PrEP is up to 99% effective at preventing HIV. ✨
Swipe to learn how it works and how to get started.

Full video on YouTube →
Appointments in our bio.

Strength. Memory. Care.World AIDS Day 2025.We honor. We remember. We continue the work.❤️‍🩹
12/01/2025

Strength. Memory. Care.
World AIDS Day 2025.
We honor. We remember. We continue the work.
❤️‍🩹

Join us for our next Community Connections Lunch & Learn on December 3, 12–1 PM at Charles R. Drew University (Building ...
11/26/2025

Join us for our next Community Connections Lunch & Learn on December 3, 12–1 PM at Charles R. Drew University (Building M).

We’ll be hearing from Dr. Laura Bogart about a CBT program focused on reducing stigma, building resilience, and supporting HIV care for Latino sexual minority men.

✔️ Free event
✔️ Free lunch
✔️ Open to everyone

📍 1731 E. 120th St., Los Angeles, CA 90059
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Hosted by the UCLA-CDU Center for AIDS Research.

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11/20/2025

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WORLD AIDS DAY 2025 ❤️‍🩹
We’re coming together to honor the stories, strength, and legacy of people aging and living with HIV.

Join us for the screening of Even Me: The Journey, produced by a decade-long documentary centering Black women whose truth continues to guide this work.

🗓 Dec 2, 2025
⏰ 11:30AM–2PM
📍 CDU | I & R Terrace Hall
🍽 Lunch provided
🔗 RSVP in bio

Let’s fill the room with love, accountability, and community.

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11/07/2025

Volunteer for the CDU Teddy Bear Clinic at the Children’s Institute - Watts Location during their
Community Health

Date: Saturday November 15
Time: 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM (Set-up: 9:00-11:00 AM)
Location: Turtle Park, 2179 E Century Blvd, Los
Angeles, CA 90002

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1748 E 118th Street
Los Angeles, CA
90059

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Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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