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Episode Description
On this special episode of Thriving with the Health Peers, Adrianna, Meaghan, Mia, and Tamara sit down with Furqan from YouthCO to discuss HIV/AIDS and how YouthCO is working to reduce this stigma. Thank you so much to Furqan for joining us!
YouTube Timestamps:
0:00 Introduction
1:04 Who is Furqan and what is YouthCO?
3:28 Terminology regarding HIV/AIDS
7:03 What does U=U (Undetectable = Untransmittable) mean?
10:56 What is PrEP?
13:24 YouthCO's Programs
20:28 How can Positive Youth get in touch with YouthCO?
21:30 How SFU students can help address stigma that Poz Youth face
26:04 Volunteer opportunities with YouthCO or similar organizations
33:41 Conclusion
Originally published on the SFU Health and Counseling Youtube Channel on June 1, 2021.
Beyond the Podcast
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Check out YouthCO's website, a youth-led coalition that seeks to reduce stigma related to HIV and Hep C.
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Check out the Health Peers webpage for upcoming events and activities.
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