In honor of World AIDS Day, today’s episode features a conversation with public health trailblazer Maisha Standifer, PhD, MPH, Director of Population Health at The Satcher Health Leadership Institute (SHLI) at the Morehouse School of Medicine in Atlanta, GA.

Dr. Maisha Standifer delivers a comprehensive exploration of HIV and AIDS through the lens of health equity, focusing on the complex social dynamics shaping transmission in the Southern United States. With over 15 years of research experience, Dr. Standifer provides an in-depth analysis of the intersecting factors that contribute to HIV risk, emphasizing the critical roles of education, stigma reduction, and community engagement. 

HIV and AIDS are not just medical conditions, but reflections of deeper societal inequalities that impact sexual health, access to resources, and community well-being.

We discussed:

• HIV prevalence in the Southern United States
• Youth engagement in sexual health education
• Policy's role in community health interventions
• Disproportionate impact on young populations
• Challenges faced by marginalized communities such as barriers to healthcare
• PrEP as a crucial HIV prevention tool
• Social stigma surrounding HIV and AIDS
• Psychological impacts of discrimination
• Culturally sensitive health communication

Resources and Further Learning

• Find Local HIV testing centers
• Information on PrEP
• Community health education programs

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