Delaware HIV Consortium

09/07/2026

This Labor Day, we celebrate the people whose work keeps our communities strong and moving forward.

At the Delaware HIV Consortium, we remain committed to a healthier Delaware where everyone has access to the prevention, care, and support they need.

Wishing our community a safe, restful, and happy Labor Day!

09/05/2026

September is also Healthy Aging Month.

Over a third of Delaware’s population of people living with HIV are over the age of 40. As this population ages, new public health priorities emerge, such as:
Managing multiple chronic conditions alongside HIV
Addressing social isolation and loneliness
Ensuring consistent access to affordable care, including Medicare coverage

Strengthening both healthcare services and community support helps older adults age with dignity, health, and a high quality of life.

09/01/2026

September is National Recovery Month.

Substance use and HIV are deeply connected public health issues, but they are also preventable and treatable with the right support.

In Delaware, syringe service programs (SSPs) provide sterile injection equipment and safe disposal of used needles and syringes. These services help reduce the transmission of bloodborne diseases, such as HIV and hepatitis C.

If you or someone you know are in need of support, contact:

Delaware resources for mental health and addiction prevention, treatment, and recovery. The help you need is here.

08/31/2026

⚠️Our phone lines are currently down due to a technical issue. We are aware of the problem and are actively working to get service restored as quickly as possible.

In the meantime, if you need assistance, please contact your DHC Case Manager directly via email or reach our team at:

📧 [email protected]

We apologize for the inconvenience and appreciate your patience. We’ll share an update once our phone service is restored.

08/27/2026

Less than a month away! Join AIDS Delaware and Delaware HIV Consortium on Saturday, September 19, 2026 for the 40th Annual AIDS Walk Delaware.

As one of the nation's longest-running HIV/AIDS walks, AIDS Walk Delaware has brought communities together for four decades to honor lives, fight stigma, support people living with HIV, and advance the work of prevention, care, and advocacy.

📍 Brandywine Park, Wilmington
📍 The Bandstand, Rehoboth Beach
⏰ Check-in starts at 8:30 a.m., and the walk begins at 10.

This year, we celebrate 40 years of community, compassion, resilience, and action. Save the date and join us for this historic milestone.
Register or Donate here: https://www.givegab.com/campaigns/aids-walk-delaware-saturday-september-19-2026

08/27/2026

The start of the semester is around the corner. Make sure you know your status to help keep yourself and your community safe.

Did you know that many colleges and universities in Delaware offer confidential HIV/STI testing, LGBTQ+ affirming services, PrEP and PEP resources, counseling, and more.
Here’s a list of how to access these resources at various Delaware schools:
https://www.udel.edu/students/health-wellbeing/medical-services/sexual-reproductive-health
https://www.desu.edu/student-life/campus-health-services
https://www.gbc.edu/student-life/mental-health/
https://mysuccess.widener.edu/s/wellbeing/physical-health

08/26/2026

🎒 Back to school means back to the facts.

As students across Delaware return to high school and college this August, sexual health education deserves a place in the conversation.

A recent POZ article highlighting GLAAD’s annual State of HIV Stigma study points to a concerning gap: scientific progress in HIV prevention and treatment continues to advance, but public understanding has not always kept pace.

That gap matters especially for young people. Previous GLAAD findings have identified Gen Z as one of the least knowledgeable generations about HIV, underscoring the importance of reaching young people with accurate, stigma free information.

Today’s students should know:

• PrEP can prevent HIV.
• HIV testing is an important part of routine health care.
• People living with HIV who achieve and maintain an undetectable viral load **do not sexually transmit HIV: U=U.
• People living with HIV can live long, healthy lives.
• HIV stigma and misinformation have no place on our campuses or in our communities.

As young people head back to classrooms, residence halls, campuses, and new experiences, let's make sure they are heading back with the information and resources they need to make informed decisions about their health.

📚 Knowledge is prevention.
💬 Conversation fights stigma.
❤️ Every young person deserves access to accurate, judgment-free sexual health information.

🔗 Read the full POZ article:
[https://www.poz.com/article/glaad-annual-state-hiv-stigma-study-alarming-gap-scientific-progress-public-understanding-hiv](https://www.poz.com/article/glaad-annual-state-hiv-stigma-study-alarming-gap-scientific-progress-public-understanding-hiv)

Only 31% of Gen Z feel knowledgeable about HIV. 72% of Americans have not seen any stories of people living with HIV in media.

08/24/2026

August is National Immunization Awareness Month. While there is not currently a vaccine available for HIV, understanding how vaccines work and staying immunized against other diseases is still very important.

PrEP works similarly to a vaccine since it prevents HIV infection; however, there are some differences. PrEP is a medication that must be taken daily to suppress the virus. In contrast, vaccines trigger your immune system to produce antibodies, which provide long-lasting protection.

Getting vaccinated for other viruses can also help protect your overall health and strengthen your immune system. This is especially important because HIV attacks and weakens the immune system, making it harder for the body to fight off infections and illnesses. People living with HIV may be at a higher risk for serious complications from preventable diseases such as the flu, COVID-19, hepatitis, and HPV-related cancers.

Staying up to date on recommended vaccines can reduce your risk of these infections, prevent additional strain on the immune system, and support long-term health outcomes. Along with other measures, vaccines are an important part of comprehensive HIV prevention and management.

Learn more: https://www.cdc.gov/immunization-training/hcp/

Education and training programs for healthcare personnel related to vaccination and immunization.

08/18/2026

40 years of walking. 40 years of community. 40 years of refusing to let HIV stigma win.

Join the Delaware HIV Consortium and AIDS Delaware for the 40th Annual AIDS Walk Delaware on Saturday, September 19, 2026.

Together, we’ll walk to honor those impacted by HIV, raise awareness, challenge stigma, and support critical HIV services across Delaware.

Register, start a team, donate, and learn more:
[https://www.aidswalkdelaware.org](https://www.aidswalkdelaware.org)

Every step matters. Every voice matters. Join us as we keep moving Delaware toward a future without HIV.

Join me in giving to AIDS Delaware & DE HIV Consortium 's campaign Celebrating 40 Years