U.S. Assistant Secretary of Health Dr. Rachel Levine will speak at the opening plenary of the 2021 U.S. Conference on HIV/AIDS (USCHA) on Friday Oct. 29th at the Marriott Marquis in Washington, DC. The 2021 United States Conference on HIV/AIDS takes place October 28th to 31st. Dr. Levine stated, “I started my residency at Mount Sinai in New York City during the early ‘80s & witnessed the HIV/AIDS pandemic firsthand. We’ve made so much progress – from testing to treatments – but there is still a long way to go. We need to increase access to testing & treatment (including PrEP), ensure equitable access & expand telehealth services. NMAC continues to play a critical role towards ending the HIV/AIDS epidemic. I am delighted to speak at the opening plenary session & work with partners & attendees towards a brighter future.” Paul Kawata, Executive Director of NMAC concluded, “Secretary Levine has been a barrier breaker throughout her career in public life as well as a dedicated public servant. Her experience in public health & as a trans woman has brought a new and much needed voice and knowledge to the federal fight to end the HIV epidemic. We look forward to welcoming her to USCHA & working with her to bring the epidemic to an end.” In January I was on a press conference call with Dr. Rachel Levine discussing a Center for American Progress report outlining how the Biden administration can & should address the health needs of our LGBTQ community especially after four years of neglect & abuse by the outgoing Trump administration. Winnie Stachelberg, CAP Executive Vice President, External Affairs Intros Dr. Levine. LISTEN To Register…
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