Every year Philadelphia FIGHT participates with Community leaders and the local police departments to bring awareness to the importance of treating mental health and drug and alcohol disorders without stigma. We provided brief mental health assessments and brought resources to underrepresented communities. The day was filled with educational awareness, food, games, resources giving, and community…
City announces new mask mandate for Philadelphians Philadelphia’s new mask mandate went into effect at 12:01 a.m. on Thursday, August 12, 2021. Indoors – businesses and institutions In Philadelphia businesses and institutions that require vaccination for all employees and patrons are exempted from having a mask requirement. Masks will be required indoors at all Philadelphia businesses…
Bishop Ernest McNear serves as the President of Philadelphia FIGHT’s Board of Directors as well as the Pastor of True Gospel Church of God in Christ. He recently published an important article in the Journal of Urban Mission coauthored by Rev. Linn Crowe.
Philadelphia FIGHT Community Health Centers recognized by the Center for Disease Control as the 1st Million Hearts Exemplar
John James, formerly the publisher of AIDS Treatment News, the most respected consumer driven newsletter about HIV treatment for over 30 years, has created a newsletter about COVID treatment.
A Statement From Philadelphia FIGHT Board President Bishop Ernest McNear and Chief Executive Officer Jane Shull about the death of George Floyd and FIGHT’s response
A grain where the germ, endosperm, and bran layer are all present, or “whole”
Involving free oxygen. Also commonly called “cardio” when referring to exercise due to the increase of oxygen use through the cardiovascular system to meet energy demands
Unplanned cell death or tissue death. Can be caused by injury, disease, infection, toxins, inflammation, or obstructed blood flow
A mild Traumatic Brain injury that can affect brain function. Usually caused by a blow to, or violent shaking of the head.
“I’m a homeless, transgender Army veteran beating HIV. It’s easier for me to be myself instead of worrying about what society is thinking.”
“I decided that having HIV was never going to be the end of the world for me. Today I feel more empowered, secure, and blessed.”
“The more you know about HIV, the less fear you have.”
“What’s happening in my life now would not be possible without Philadelphia FIGHT. The help I get here has been life-changing.”
“What I love about FIGHT is that I’m treated like a person and not a homeless person. I don’t think I’ll find anything better than FIGHT.”
Dr. Helen Koenig and the PrEP research team demonstrated that a urine test can be used to monitor adherence to Truvada™ taken as PrEP for HIV prevention.
Barbara L. Bungy, long-term board member to bring outstanding leadership to FIGHT.
We’re kicking off our 25th Anniversary Celebration at AIDS Walk Philly 2015! The 2015 AIDS Walk Philly will take place on Sunday, October 18 at 7:30 a.m. in front of the Philadelphia Museum of Art. Join our team!
This year’s AIDS Education Month was a tremendous success! We reached thousands of people through our events including the brand new End AIDS Conference, our biggest and most ambitious AEM project yet.
Jay R. Kostman, MD, former Associate Director of the Viral Hepatitis Center at the University of Pennsylvania, has joined the medical staff at Philadelphia FIGHT.
Philadelphia FIGHT’s PrEP program was recently featured in the Philadelphia Daily News. Dr. Helen Koenig, the medical director of our PrEP program and Caitlin Conyngham, Y-HEP Health Center’s Practice Coordinator, were included.
Philadelphia FIGHT, in partnership with Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia and over 15 community-based organizations, will present the third annual “Hip Hop for Philly” FREE concert featuring Teyana Taylor on Saturday, June 27th.
Philadelphia FIGHT and Philadelphia Black Pride will host The Summit Ball: Climbing Our Way to the Top, the newest house/ballroom community event, as part of AIDS Education Month.
This gospel concert has become a tradition during AIDS Education Month. Join us for an inspirational night of gospel music and community. Together we will lift our spirits through song.
