Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI) Awareness Week: Talk, Test, Treat |
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There is a hidden epidemic that is a public health threat in Indian Country and Alaska. Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI) national rates among American Indian/Alaska Natives for chlamydia, gonorrhea, and syphilis – are two to six times the comparable rates for non-Hispanic white people. The need for culturally-relevant, age-appropriate STI prevention, education and treatment are a priority for the Healthy Native Youth collective.
April includes STI Awareness Week (April 10th -16th). This month’s issue highlights resources and campaigns to increase awareness about and improve testing for STIs and HIV.
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STI/HIV Prevention Resources |
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The Boyz shop for their "snag bag" items
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Native VOICES (Video Opportunities for Innovative Condom Education and Safer Sex) is a 23-minute video, designed to encourage condom use and HIV/STI testing among heterosexual, and LGBTQ2S (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Trans, Queer, and Two Spirit), American Indian teens and young adults 15-24 years old. |
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Campaign Materials for Community Settings |
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We are pleased to announce the availability of two new media campaigns that will roll out in April. The safe spaces - Loved Here, Safe Here - and Get Yourself Tested - posters, PSAs, and social media assets are designed to improve the 2SLGBT-inclusiveness of tribal schools, clinics and community programs, and help spark conversations about STI/HIV testing.
Campaign assets (posters, enamel pins, stickers and more) will be available in mid-April 2022. For campaign updates, stay tuned to HNY social media channels: Facebook, Instagram, Twitter.
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As Native people, it’s important to remember that our bodies are sacred and worthy of respect! STIs can cause serious health problems, so it’s important to catch them early when treatment is most effective.
Let your student know, it’s okay to ask their healthcare provider about STI testing and birth control.
By knowing our status and getting
tested for HIV and STIs, we respect and protect ourselves and each other.
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Respecting the Circle of Life: Mind, Body & Spirit
Attend this month's Curriculum Webinar
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Respecting the Circle of Life: Mind, Body & Spirit is an STD/HIV and pregnancy prevention program for Native youth (ages 11 to 19) and their parents or other trusted adults. The primary goal of RCL is to give youth the critical knowledge and skills to protect themselves from unplanned pregnancy and STIs, including HIV.
Come and learn more from John Hopkins University Center for American Indian Health on Wednesday, April 27th at 10 AM PT.
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Project Red Talon
Network Partners Working to Address STI/HIV
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The Project Red Talon Network, coordinated by the Northwest Portland Area Indian Health Board, includes partners who provide regional outreach, education, and technical assistance to disseminate best practices to improve STI/HIV prevention and care for higher-risk AI/ANs. Click the "Handout Link" to view inclusive, culturally-relevant tools and resources to address STI/HIV.
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Spawn Safely!
Self-Testing kits Connect Alaskans to Sexual Health Services
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Hear Best Practices & Stories From The Field! |
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In Case You Missed It: March CoP
Prepare for Implementation Success
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For Native Youth and Young Adults |
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Movement As Medicine for Native Youth & Young Adults – Register Today! |
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Live on July 16, 2022 - Dial 988 for Crisis Help
Coming to Indian Country: 988 and the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline
Suicide is the second leading cause of death for Native youth ages 10-24. Suicide is preventable. 988 is a direct three-digit line to trained crisis counselors that will go live July 16, 2022.
If you or a loved one needs immediate help now, call 1-800-273-8255 or text "NATIVE" to 741741. If you are feeling alone, know that you are cared for and loved.
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Support the Healthy Native Youth Movement by: |
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1. Sharing this email with your colleagues.
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