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 […]
Metro Inclusive Health Wins 1st Place WAVE Award for Favorite Local Healthcare Center and More…
Metro Inclusive Health is proud to accept the following WAVE Awards, selected by readers of Watermark Magazine…
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!
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?
“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 […]
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. Statistics highlight a troubling surge in syphilis cases across the country. What is Syphilis?Syphilis is a sexually transmitted […]
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 […]
Metro Inclusive Health expanding into more Tampa Bay area communities with focus on LGBTQ+ help
Author: Caitlin Lockerbie (WTSP) Metro Inclusive Health has a daily mission to provide healthcare options to patients who often feel misunderstood and underrepresented. The non-profit was established in 1993 to provide inclusive health and wellness services and this year it’s expanding into the Tampa Bay area communities that it serves That welcoming feeling and atmosphere […]
Media Coverage of METRO’s Expansion
Metro Inclusive Health Unveils Massive Effort to Increase Healthcare Equity Across St. Pete and Tampa – ILoveTheBurg With 30 years of history in the Tampa Bay area, Metro Inclusive Health is certainly no stranger to the challenges of addressing healthcare equity in the midst of regional growth. Today the St. Petersburg based not-for-profit healthcare organization announced […]
PrEP Without Daily Pills? Learn about Once-a-Month Injectable PrEP to Prevent HIVPrEP Without The Pills
PrEP Without Daily Pills? Learn about Once-a-Month Injectable PrEP to Prevent HIV If you’re looking for a reliable and convenient way to protect yourself against HIV, consider Apretude, the injectable form of PrEP. Here at METRO, we offer Apretude as an option for our patients who want a convenient way to prevent HIV transmission. Apretude […]
6 Tampa Bay clinics for LGBTQ+ community set to open. What to know.
A Metro Inclusive Health clinic in St. Petersburg will start seeing patients this week. Metro Inclusive Health, a Tampa Bay area LGBTQ+ health care provider, plans to open six new clinics across the region this year. During the local pandemic-era population boom, the organization saw a surge of people seeking treatment, with some driving over […]
As Tampa Bay Region Booms, Metro Inclusive Health Unveils Massive Effort to Increase Healthcare Access
With 30 years of history in the Tampa Bay area, Metro Inclusive Health has continually been at the forefront of healthcare innovation and market change. The organization revealed plans to embark on a massive transformation as it seeks to meet demand while addressing increased barriers to healthcare in underserved communities.
Oops, METRO did it Again! Announcing the LGBTQ+ Community’s Choice for Best Local Health Center in Tampa Bay
Your Metro Inclusive Health family is thrilled to have received your vote as the Best Local Health Center and Most Effective Local Non-Profit in Watermark’s WAVE Awards 2023! Learn about our foundations and our future.
Time for a Gut Check: When to Start Screening for Colon Cancer
Have you ever heard: “trust your gut”? When it comes to colon cancer, trust your provider instead. We’re sharing everything you should know about regular screening.