HIV Self Testing is here! This week we teach you about the technology behind the test and how to get one. Tune in every other Wednesday and don’t forget to follow us:  IG: @pozitiveplace Twitter: @pozitiveplace Facebook: Pozitive Place Email: pozitiveplace@gmail.com ..read more

What does the research say about the mental health benefits of hooking up? Why is it stigmatized? This week we cover all of this plus tips for staying safe when meeting up off of a dating/hook-up app.  Tune in every other Wednesday and don’t forget to follow us:  IG: @pozitiveplace Twitter: @pozitiveplace Facebook: Pozitive Place Email: pozitiveplace@gmail.com ..read more

This week we dissect HIV Disclosure laws and gives you tips on how to tell your friends, family, health care providers, employers or partner(s) about your HIV status.  Tune in every other Wednesday and don’t forget to follow us:  IG: @pozitiveplace Twitter: @pozitiveplace Facebook: Pozitive Place Email: pozitiveplace@gmail.com ..read more

In this episode we cover all things related to Women and Harm Reduction. We chat about the gendered aspect of drug use and how women are more likely to contract HIV because of it. We also talk about how Harm Reduction programs can assist mothers and pregnant women who use drugs, with evidenced-based solutions.  Tune in every other Wednesday and don’t forget to follow us:  IG: @pozitiveplace Twitter: @pozitiveplace Facebook: Pozitive Place Email: pozitiveplace@gmail.com ..read more

Coming Out is a deeply personal and complex process. It can be scary, happy, challenging, isolating and/or fulfilling. This week we discuss the research around the Stages of Coming Out. We then share some tips on how to come out safely, while taking care of yourself. Tune in every other Wednesday and don’t forget to follow us: IG: @pozitiveplace Twitter: @pozitiveplace Facebook: Pozitive Place Email: pozitiveplace@gmail.com ..read more

This week, Special Guest Larry shares with us his story of what it’s like to be continually coming out over your lifetime.  Tune in every other Wednesday and don’t forget to follow us:  IG: @pozitiveplace Twitter: @pozitiveplace Facebook: Pozitive Place Email: pozitiveplace@gmail.com ..read more

This week, Special Guest Claire chats with us about the basics of Harm Reduction. We discuss questions like, Isn’t Harm Reduction enabling an addiction? Shouldn’t we be helping people stop using drugs? How expensive is Harm Reduction?  Tune in every other Wednesday and don’t forget to follow us:  IG: @pozitiveplace Twitter: @pozitiveplace Facebook: Pozitive Place Email: pozitiveplace@gmail.com ..read more

Cindy is back and we are stoked! This week we learn all about Chlamydia and Gonorrhea; their symptoms, treatment, transmission and local statistics. It’s another episode full of surprises.  Tune in every other Wednesday and don’t forget to follow us: IG: @pozitiveplace Twitter: @pozitiveplace Facebook: Pozitive Place Email: pozitiveplace@gmail.com ..read more

In this episode, with Special Guest Rebecca, we discuss the intersectionality of Religion and Sexuality. What are the different ways that different religious groups think about sex? How can we take what is helpful from these teachings and leave behind what isn’t? Tune in every other Wednesday and don’t forget to follow us:  IG: @pozitiveplace Twitter: @pozitiveplace Facebook: Pozitive Place Email: pozitiveplace@gmail.com ..read more

In this episode we discuss how to reduce the risk of STI transmission when using sex toys with a partner.  Tune in every other Wednesday and don’t forget to follow us:  IG: @pozitiveplace Twitter: @pozitiveplace Facebook: Pozitive Place Email: pozitiveplace@gmail.com ..read more