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 […]
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.
Local advocate offers help and hope to people living with HIV
Metro Inclusive Health Peer Advocate and Health Educator Paula Delgado draws on her own experience living with HIV when it comes to offering help and hope to clients who’ve been diagnosed with the virus.
How Do I Get to “Undetectable” HIV Status?
With quality HIV care and consistent medication, you can reliably prevent HIV from progressing into AIDS. Not only that: You can set the foundation for a long, healthy life for you and your sexual partner(s). How? By reaching what we call “undetectable” status. We asked Metro Inclusive Health Medical Director, Dr. Luke Johnsen to tell us more.
How to Find a Quality HIV Primary Care Provider
“As people with HIV live long and productive lives because of effective antiretroviral therapy (ART), it is more important than ever to provide high quality, state-of-the art primary care.”
Today, there’s no reason to compromise when it comes to finding high-quality HIV primary care. We’re here to help you learn what “quality” means… And then find it!
Florida one of 3 states with highest rates for new HIV diagnoses — Learn more with Dr. Victoria Otaño
Florida one of 3 states with highest rates for new HIV diagnoses — Learn more with Dr. Victoria Otaño TAMPA, Fla. — The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s latest HIV data available from 2019 shows Florida as being one of three states in the country with the highest rates for new HIV diagnoses. In Tampa Bay, […]
FAQs About HIV & AIDS
What do you think when you hear the word “HIV”? For whatever reason, if you’re looking for HIV/AIDS 101, you’ve come to the right place!
With Rapid STI Testing, Every Month Can Be STI Awareness Month
The month of April is STI Awareness Month, giving us at METRO another reason to share the many ways we can support your overall health. Today, there are an estimated 20 million new STI (sexually transmitted infection) cases in the U.S. each year. However, through STI awareness and testing, you can protect yourself and others. Same-Day STI […]
Florida Health Alert: Meningococcal Disease
What you need to know about the recent outbreak in Florida. Meningococcal Meningitis The CDC has announced that Florida is currently experiencing an outbreak of meningococcal disease, primarily among men who have sex with men. Overall, the number of cases in Florida is just around 20, but this represents a large increase from previous years. […]
One (HUGE) Way Metro Inclusive Health is Advancing HIV Care in Tampa Bay
By combining HIV and Primary Care together, Metro Inclusive Health is vastly improving health outcomes for those living with HIV.
Tampa on the forefront of HIV bone health awareness
Tampa on the Forefront of Bone Health Awareness TAMPA — American Bone Health has chosen Tampa Bay as the test pilot for a new program aimed at helping people living with HIV. Carlos Mendoza depends on the caseworkers at Metro Inclusive Health to keep him on the right track when it comes to living his […]
5 Common Symptoms of Depression
More than 264 million people suffer from depression worldwide. However, you may not know some of the symptoms, or how to get help. This guide can help.
Do I Have Anxiety?
Are you living with anxiety? You aren’t alone! Nearly 18 million adults are living with anxiety in the United States.
Reasons for anxiety and anxiety disorders can vary, but there are certain symptoms shared across the board.
What to Expect: HIV and Pregnancy
One aspect of HIV care that’s not commonly discussed is what HIV looks like when you’re pregnant. So, what happens if you’re expecting a bundle of joy AND you’re living with HIV? Let’s talk about it.
Reasons You Need to See a Primary Care Doctor
Let’s be honest. When was the last time you went to see a primary care doctor for a routine health checkup? Primary care is one of those medical phrases that might seem very vague, and you may not know how often to see your PCP… So let’s break it down.
