When Jake Glaser spoke at Kwamo Secondary School in Homabay County, Kenya, Jessica Atieno hung on his every word. Like Glaser, Atieno was born HIV-positive — and though living on the other side of the globe, his story parallels hers and that of millions of other young people around the world. Keep reading
Chip Lyons, president and CEO of EGPAF is featured in the January 2015 edition of POZ, discussing the incredible progress that has been made toward eliminating mother-to-child transmission of HIV. Keep reading
Petronille Musengente is a research nurse studying health behaviors of HIV-positive mothers in Rwanda as part of the Kabeho study. Because of her role as a listener and a confidante, the women in the study refer to Musengente as Mama Kabeho. Keep reading
Adolescence is a vulnerable time for everyone. But teenagers living with HIV have more challenges as they discover who they are and transition into adulthood. Support groups in Kenya are helping young people grow up positive and healthy. Keep reading
For health workers in Homabay County, Kenya, medical records aren’t just a filing system: they are a matter of life or death. With EGPAF’s support, a new electronic medical record system is making it easier for health care workers to reach people living with HIV and provide timely treatment and care. Keep reading
EGPAF Ambassador and HIV/AIDS advocate, Jake Glaser recently visited EGPAF-supported programs in Homabay County, Kenya, where more than 25% of the population is living with HIV. Healthy and HIV-positive, Jake witnessed firsthand his mother’s continuing legacy and inspired young Kenyans living with HIV. Keep reading
With a father as a doctor and a childhood friend diagnosed with HIV, Doreen Agina set her career path early in life. With support from the Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation (EGPAF), Agina is helping to bridge a crucial health care gap. Keep reading
Monica Atieno was once near death from HIV-related causes. A friend helped her decide to disclose her status and seek treatment. Now Atieno, the mother of an HIV-free daughter, repays her friend through her deeds as a peer educator. Keep reading
Family support groups in Uganda help mothers, children, and couples cope with HIV. The groups also help facilitators monitor the health of mothers and children attending the groups. Keep reading
