Cervical Cancer Screening: 5 Things Everyone Should Know!
Cervical cancer is exactly what it sounds like: a type of cancer that affects the cervix, which is the lower part of the uterus that connects to the vagina. January is Cervical Cancer Awareness month, which means it’s the perfect time to learn more about one the most preventable types of cancer!
Is PrEP Right for Me?
Is PrEP Right for Me? At Metro Inclusive Health, we are committed to sexual health and HIV prevention, which includes educating about and providing PrEP, or Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis. Available in a daily pill or as a bimonthly injectable, PrEP is 99% effective in preventing HIV. PrEP is crucial for those at risk of HIV and […]
What’s the Difference Between an STI and an STD?
Although they get interchanged frequently, STIs and STDs are definitely NOT the same things. So how are they different? And why do we use one for the other?
Got Health Insurance? Learn How to Copay It Forward™.
Did you know it’s possible for insured patients to make an impact – just using your normal copayment?
We believe that no one, regardless of insurance status, should be denied quality, life-changing care. For those without insurance coverage, healthcare services and prescription expenses can add up fast. But that’s where Copay It Forward comes in.
Syphilis Surge: An Alarming Rise in Cases and the Symptoms That Can Be Missed
Without early detection and treatment, Syphilis can “ghost” you for up to 30 years. Long-term complications can be severe and even life threatening. Concerned about the escalating numbers of syphilis cases in Tampa Bay? You should be. Florida’s sexually transmitted infection rates have skyrocketed nearly 42% reaching their highest levels since 1990. What is Syphilis?Syphilis […]
Understanding nPEP for HIV Prevention
In the ongoing fight against HIV, nPEP (Post Exposure Prophylaxis) stands as a vital intervention. At Metro Inclusive Health, we are dedicated to providing comprehensive HIV prevention resources, including nPEP in the Tampa Bay area. If you believe you may need nPEP, don’t wait—reach out to us at 727-321-3854 or visit one of our local […]
One (HUGE) Way Metro Inclusive Health is Advancing HIV Care in Tampa Bay
Combining HIV and Primary care can greatly impact quality of life and overall health outcomes. These are the benefits of Metro Inclusive Health’s approach: one doctor, one appointment.
What Is Hepatitis C?
Get free, rapid Hepatitis C testing at Metro Inclusive Health—no appointment needed! Hepatitis C (HCV) is a serious but treatable liver infection. Early detection can prevent liver damage and cancer. Visit any METRO location for fast, confidential testing and take control of your health today.
PrEP Without Daily Pills? Learn About Once-a-Month Injectable PrEP to Prevent HIV Without the Pills
PrEP Without Daily Pills? Learn About Once-a-Month Injectable PrEP to Prevent HIV METRO Locations If you’re looking for a reliable and convenient way to protect yourself against HIV, consider Apretude, the injectable form of PrEP (Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis.) Here at METRO, we offer Apretude as an option for our patients who want a convenient way to […]
Una (GRAN) Forma en que Metro Inclusive Health Está Avanzando la Atención del VIH en Tampa Bay
Combinando HIV y visitas de atencion puede impactar la cualidad de vida. Estos son los beneficion del enfoque de Metro Inclusive Health: un doctor, una cita.
This St. Pete not-for-profit provided $755,107 in free healthcare across Tampa Bay in 2023
From I Love The Burg: As Tampa Bay continues to grow, health inequities among its residents are becoming more pronounced, especially with the rising cost of living. Metro Inclusive Health is addressing these challenges head-on with its “Copay it Forward” program, which generated an impressive $755,107 in free healthcare for the area’s uninsured and underinsured […]
Metro Inclusive Health’s Copay It Forward program generated $755,107 in free healthcare for uninsured and underinsured patients in Tampa Bay last year.
From Watermark Online: Metro Inclusive Health has announced that the organization’s Copay it Forward program generated $755,107 in free healthcare for under or uninsured patients in Tampa Bay last year. The program utilizes pharmaceutical copayments to provide for those in need at no additional cost to those who are insured. It was developed to […]
“They’re not just patients, they’re family.”
How has Donna been able to remain undetectable for 35 years? Because at METRO, she’s found family. https://youtu.be/jGxznT9jUEo?si=_RtK4fcykafI_Klz “Undetectable” is when an individual’s HIV viral load is so low, it can’t be detected by a test or passed on to others. Eliminating barriers to care and HIV patients undetectable is a crucial step towards ending the HIV […]
Clinton’s Story
“If it weren’t for her fast thinking, i’d be dead.” https://youtu.be/Kf0cXX5EcE4 With no symptoms, no sickness, it was the fast thinking of Clinton’s METRO provider that saved his life. Join Clinton on his transformative journey with APRN Patricia Evans, where a comprehensive care approach goes beyond HIV treatment. Discover how our unique ‘One Provider, One […]
Marissa and Mikaela’s Story
“In 2022, 630,000 people worldwide died from AIDS-related illnesses.” https://youtu.be/f1CA5zZ2W3o … “It honestly changed my life because I was having to take the cab… and I had to stay in the rain sometimes” For those living with AIDS, consistent care is vital for physical well-being. Supportive housing and accessible transportation are key to ensuring everyone […]
