Showing posts with label Planned Parenthood of the Rocky Mountains. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Planned Parenthood of the Rocky Mountains. Show all posts

Friday, March 22, 2013

Planned Parenthood of the Rocky Mountains: Friendly and Affordable Healthcare for Gay Men

Planned Parenthood of the Rocky Mountains provides services for gay men in Denver and throughout Colorado including STD Testing and Treatment, HIV Testing and Education, Prostate and Testicular Cancer Screenings, and Education and Referrals.


Planned Parenthood of the Rocky Mountains Encourages Young People to “GYT” During STD Awareness Month

The fifth annual GYT: Get Yourself Tested campaign kicks off in April (National STD Awareness Month) with online and on-the-ground initiatives across the country.  GYT is a national campaign designed to promote sexual health and address the high rates of STIs among those under 25.

New data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) shows that sexually transmitted infections are on the rise in the United States, especially among young people.  There are now about 20 million new infections in the United States each year, half among the under 25 age group — even though they represent only 25 percent of the sexually experienced population.
“Getting tested is simply a basic part of staying healthy and taking control of your sex life.  Many STIs cause no symptoms, so the only way to know your status for sure is to get tested,” said Amy Dickson, vice president of clinical operations at PPRM. “We know that when not treated, STIs can increase the risk of infertility and cervical cancer — but that virtually all STIs, including HIV, are treatable and many are curable.  The sooner you know your status, the sooner you can get treated.”

During the month of April, PPRM will offer reduced cost testing, $10 HIV testing and $10 chlamydia/gonorrhea testing, at each of the health centers on select dates, see our website for more details.  In addition, PPRM will mark the month by hosting tabling events on college campuses throughout the affiliate, in addition to hosting a Sex Trivia night in Denver on April 10.  Planned Parenthood health centers offer low-cost STI testing throughout the year, and their doors are open to everyone.

“Getting tested is easier than ever before.  For example, rapid HIV tests can provide results in as fast as 10 minutes from just a finger prick,” said Dickson.  “Once you know your status, you can take action to stay healthy and protect yourself against future STIs.  We want everyone — men, women, and young people — to lead the healthiest lives possible.”

During last year’s GYT campaign, Planned Parenthood health centers nationwide tested over 332,000 men and women and Planned Parenthood affiliates held nearly 300 events reaching over 14,000 people.

As part of the effort to create the healthiest generation ever, Planned Parenthood works every day to reduce the U.S.’s high rates of sexually transmitted infections through education, testing, and treatment.  Every year, Planned Parenthood health centers provide nearly 4.5 million tests and treatments for sexually transmitted infections, including HIV.

The award-winning GYT campaign focuses on getting sexually active Americans under age 25 to embrace STI testing as part of a healthy, productive life.  Launched in 2009 by a partnership between MTV, the Kaiser Family Foundation, Planned Parenthood Federation of America, and the CDC, it is supported by a broad range of organizations, state and local health departments, colleges and universities, and other community groups and non-profits.  GYT public service messages air throughout the year on MTV channels with cross promotions with health centers and community organizations.

Friday, March 8, 2013

Planned Parenthood of the Rocky Mountains: Friendly and Affordable Healthcare for Gay Men

Planned Parenthood of the Rocky Mountains provides services for gay men in Denver and throughout Colorado including STD Testing and Treatment, HIV Testing and Education, Prostate and Testicular Cancer Screenings, and Education and Referrals.


Friday, March 1, 2013

Planned Parenthood of the Rocky Mountains: Friendly and Affordable Healthcare for Gay Men

Planned Parenthood of the Rocky Mountains provides services for gay men in Denver and throughout Colorado including STD Testing and Treatment, HIV Testing and Education, Prostate and Testicular Cancer Screenings, and Education and Referrals.


Friday, February 22, 2013

Planned Parenthood of the Rocky Mountains: Friendly and Affordable Healthcare for Gay Men

Planned Parenthood of the Rocky Mountains provides services for gay men in Denver and throughout Colorado including STD Testing and Treatment, HIV Testing and Education, Prostate and Testicular Cancer Screenings, and Education and Referrals.


Friday, February 15, 2013

Planned Parenthood of the Rocky Mountains: Friendly and Affordable Healthcare for Gay Men

Planned Parenthood of the Rocky Mountains provides services for gay men in Denver and throughout Colorado including STD Testing and Treatment, HIV Testing and Education, Prostate and Testicular Cancer Screenings, and Education and Referrals.



Friday, February 8, 2013

Planned Parenthood of the Rocky Mountains: Friendly and Affordable Healthcare for Gay Men

Planned Parenthood of the Rocky Mountains provides services for gay men in Denver and throughout Colorado including STD Testing and Treatment, HIV Testing and Education, Prostate and Testicular Cancer Screenings, and Education and Referrals.



Friday, February 1, 2013

Planned Parenthood of the Rocky Mountains: Friendly, Affordable Healthcare for Gay Men

Planned Parenthood of the Rocky Mountains provides services for gay men in Denver and throughout Colorado including STD Testing and Treatment, HIV Testing and Education, Prostate and Testicular Cancer Screenings, and Education and Referrals.


Friday, January 25, 2013

Planned Parenthood of the Rocky Mountains: Friendly, Affordable Healthcare for Gay Men



Planned Parenthood of the Rocky Mountains provides services for gay men in Denver and throughout Colorado including STD Testing and Treatment, HIV Testing and Education, Prostate and Testicular Cancer Screenings, and Education and Referrals.


Friday, January 18, 2013

Planned Parenthood of the Rocky Mountains - Friendly, Affordable Healthcare for Gay Men

Planned Parenthood of the Rocky Mountains provides services for gay men in Denver and throughout Colorado including STD Testing and Treatment, HIV Testing and Education, Prostate and Testicular Cancer Screenings, and Education and Referrals.

Friday, January 11, 2013

Planned Parenthood of the Rocky Mountains: Friendly, Affordable Healthcare for Gay Men

Planned Parenthood of the Rocky Mountains provides services for gay men in Denver and throughout Colorado including STD Testing and Treatment, HIV Testing and Education, Prostate and Testicular Cancer Screenings, and Education and Referrals.

Friday, January 4, 2013

Planned Parenthood of the Rocky Mountains - Friendly, Affordable Healthcare for Gay Men

Planned Parenthood of the Rocky Mountains provides services for gay men in Denver and throughout Colorado including STD Testing and Treatment, HIV Testing and Education, Prostate and Testicular Cancer Screenings, and Education and Referrals.

Friday, December 21, 2012

What Can Planned Parenthood of the Rocky Mountains Do For Denver Gay Guys?

Planned Parenthood of the Rocky Mountains provides services for gay men in Denver and throughout Colorado  including STD Testing and Treatment, HIV Testing and Education, Prostate and Testicular Cancer Screenings, and Education and Referrals.

Check them out!

Friday, December 7, 2012

What Can Planned Parenthood of the Rocky Mountains Do For You?

Planned Parenthood of the Rocky Mountains provides services for gay men in Denver and throughout Colorado  including STD Testing and Treatment, HIV Testing and Education, Prostate and Testicular Cancer Screenings, and Education and Referrals.

Check them out!

Friday, November 30, 2012

Planned Parenthood of the Rocky Mountains Provides Friendly, Affordable Healthcare for Denver Gay Men

Planned Parenthood of the Rocky Mountains provides services for gay men including STD Testing and Treatment, HIV Testing and Education, Prostate and Testicular Cancer Screenings, and Education and Referrals.

Wednesday, November 28, 2012

On World Aids Day, Planned Parenthood Health Centers Is Poised to Play Key Role in Delivering New HIV Coverage to Americans

Dec. 1 is World Aids Day. There are approximately 1.2 million people living with HIV/AIDS in the U.S. and every 10 minutes someone is diagnosed with HIV.

Under the Affordable Care Act, millions more people will be eligible for health insurance and HIV care. Currently, insurers will be required to fully cover annual counseling and screening for HIV infection for all sexually active women, as well as HIV screening for adolescents and adults age 13-64 who are at higher risk for contracting HIV. In November, the United States Preventive Services Task Force recommended that all Americans ages 15-65 receive routine HIV testing, not just those most at risk. If finalized, this would mean insurers would have to cover HIV screening without a co-pay.

“The Affordable Care Act provides unprecedented opportunities for Americans to work together in changing the course of this epidemic,” said Amy Dickson, vice president of clinical operations for Planned Parenthood of the Rocky Mountains. “With new investments in sex education and the evolution of health technology as a means to educate and communicate with more people than ever before, we have new tools in the fight against HIV/AIDS.”

Reproductive health care providers like Planned Parenthood health centers will play a large role in translating these new requirements into expanded access to health care for people across the country. Planned Parenthood is among the nation’s leading providers of HIV screening in the U.S. In fact, one in three women who receive an HIV test is tested at a women’s health center like Planned Parenthood. In 2011, Planned Parenthood affiliates conducted 680,000 HIV tests, a 16 percent increase from 2010.

Planned Parenthood of the Rocky Mountains is working to reduce the high rates of sexually transmitted infections through education and screenings, in an effort to create the healthiest generation ever. PPRM health centers provide quality, nonjudgmental care to women, men, and young people, regardless of their ability to pay. Last year, we saw 121,400 patients and provided 15,000 HIV screenings.

On World AIDS Day and every day, there is much to be done. Talk to your friends and family about this global problem, ensure your loved ones get the information and care they need and deserve, and let your legislators know that you support investments in family planning. To make an appointment for HIV testing, visit www.pprm.org.

Friday, November 23, 2012

Planned Parenthood of the Rocky Mountains Offers Affordable, Friendly Services for Gay Men


Planned Parenthood of the Rocky Mountains provides services for gay men including STD Testing and Treatment, HIV Testing and Education, Prostate and Testicular Cancer Screenings, and Education and Referrals.



Friday, November 16, 2012

Safe and Affordable Healthcare for Gay Men in Denver Available at Planned Parenthood

Planned Parenthood of the Rocky Mountains provides services for gay men including STD Testing and Treatment, HIV Testing and Education, Prostate and Testicular Cancer Screenings, and Education and Referrals.

Friday, November 9, 2012

Planned Parenthood of the Rocky Mountains - Affordable healthcare for gay men

Planned Parenthood of the Rocky Mountains provides services for gay men in Denver and throughout Colorado including STD Testing and Treatment, HIV Testing and Education, Prostate and Testicular Cancer Screenings, and Education and Referrals.


Friday, November 2, 2012

Planned Parenthood of the Rocky Mountains Provides Affordable Healthcare for Gay Men

Planned Parenthood of the Rocky Mountains provides services for gay men including STD Testing and Treatment, HIV Testing and Education, Prostate and Testicular Cancer Screenings, and Education and Referrals.