In This Issue

In this issue we run the third in our series about the groundbreaking PrEP research presented at CROI 2015, this time focusing on the PROUD study, which was recently completed in England.

The CDC has announced new prevention initiatives of up to $125 million to expand both PrEP and the use of surveillance data to slow HIV's spread among MSM, particularly men of color. Dr. Eugene McCray from CDC reports.

Our friends at AIDS.gov announce the release of Positive Spin, a digital educational tool that uses personal stories and video to raise awareness about the HIV care continuum and to encourage PLWHA to get into treatment.

Kaiser Health News informs us about the growing number of red states debating and even pursuing ways to expand Medicaid.

Finally, we announce the winners of the Black AIDS Institute's 16th Heroes In The Struggle Awards Gala and Celebration, which will take place in Los Angeles on June 18, 2015 at the Directors Guild of America. We hope to see you there!

Yours in the struggle,

Phill