Alabama Vaccine Research Clinic at UAB

04/23/2024

We had so much fun haning out at Mimosa Fest thio weekend!

Thanks to everyone that stopped by!

02/27/2024

Today, we mourn the passing of Hydeia Broadbent, a globally recognized HIV/AIDS activist who made history as a child living with HIV/AIDS. Diagnosed at 3 years old with advancement to AIDS, Hydeia was a beacon of hope and strength. She dedicated her life to raising awareness. From sharing her story on Oprah and Good Morning America to her memorable appearance alongside Magic Johnson on Nickelodeon, she inspired countless. Broadbent’s legacy lives on through her work with the Let's Stop HIV Together campaign and the Hydeia L. Broadbent Foundation. Hydeia's compassion and courage will forever be remembered. May her spirit inspire us all to keep pushing forward in the fight against HIV/AIDS. Rest in power. 🕊️

09/18/2023

LGBTQ+ students are back in school, and as their educators and administrators, it is up to you to know how to best support them. Our 2023 Youth Report has interesting findings about their experiences at school. We’ve compiled them here in this one pager: hrc.im/YREducators2023

09/18/2023

We would love to see you all this Wednesday at outr clinic as Southern AIDS Coalition TRAVELS THE SOUTH & their next stop is Birmingham, Alabama with Alabama Vaccine Research Clinic at UAB The 1917 Clinic at UAB join us for soem impactful conversations about HIV research , vaccines and Science!

Register here : https://tinyurl.com/2tfcstkh

09/03/2023

Great day out at Regions Field for the Birmingham Barons last week for the season. It’s only a few more home games left.

08/10/2023

Next weekend we are so excited to join Bham Black Pride !
Guess what every event is free and all starts August 18th with the kick off event “A Taste of Pride” featuring LGBT vendors, business owners and more from all over the state.

07/10/2023

Help us take the stigma out of HIV awareness!

07/10/2023

Switching to long-acting injectables gave Kneeshe Parkinson a new outlook on living with HIV.

07/05/2023

🌍 Let's Unite to End the Stigma of HIV! 🌈

Hey friends, let's take a moment to talk about something important today – breaking down the stigma surrounding HIV. 💔❌

HIV is a health condition, not a judgment. It's crucial that we educate ourselves and others, so we can build a compassionate and inclusive society for all. ❤️🤝

📚 Did you know?
1️⃣ HIV doesn't discriminate based on age, gender, sexual orientation, or race. It affects people from all walks of life.
2️⃣ People living with HIV can lead fulfilling lives with access to proper medical care and support.
3️⃣ HIV cannot be transmitted through casual contact like hugging, shaking hands, or sharing utensils.

🗣️ Let's challenge the myths and misconceptions:
👥 Everyone deserves love, respect, and support, regardless of their HIV status.
🧠 Knowledge is power! Educate yourself about HIV transmission, prevention, and treatment.
💬 Choose your words wisely and avoid stigmatizing language. Use words that foster empathy and understanding.

07/01/2023