Credit: Newsdesk, Medicine Hat News. Published January 15, 2025. The local chapter of SafeLink Alberta has provided residents five tips if they discover drug paraphernalia on city streets or parks when weather conditions lead to …
In the News: ‘World AIDS Day’ recognizes stigma, those still affected by disease
Credit: Jayk Sterkenburg, CHAT News. Published Nov 28, 2024. This Sunday will mark World AIDS Day, a global movement to unite people in the fight against the sexually transmitted diseases. Thirty-five million lives have been lost in …
Remembering HIV – 40 Years of Advancements, Still No Cure.
This blog was written by MR – PHA. Editing by Alisha Ostberg and Oluwaseun Ayodeji Osowobi. In 1982, people died alone, with limited or no support or resources, including a health care system with respect …
How SafeLink Alberta Works with People with Living or Lived Experience
This blog was written by Alisha Ostberg, Olga Sydorchuk, and a SafeLink Alberta Systems Navigator. Editing by Oluwaseun Ayodeji Osowobi. What is Living/Lived Experience? Living/Lived experience refers to the firsthand knowledge and insights individuals gain …
In the News: HIV cases on the rise in Alberta
Credit: Hiba Kamal-Choufi, CityNews Edmonton. Originally published October 21st 2024. HIV cases in Alberta are rising at a shocking rate, according to a new Alberta Health report. The report shows a 73 per cent increase …
In the News: Alberta reports record increase of HIV cases
Credit: Brett McKay, St. Albert Gazette. Published Oct 18, 2024. Alberta reported a record number of new HIV infections in 2023, and doctors says the surge in cases has had unexpected impacts on HIV programs …
National Coming Out Day – Sharing Calgary’s Stories
Today, on National Coming Out Day, we celebrate the bravery of those who embrace their identities and live openly as part of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community. For many adults, being 2SLGBTQIA+ includes significant challenges, including increased …
National Coming Out Day – Sharing Medicine Hat’s Stories
Today, on National Coming Out Day, we honour the stories of 2SLGBTQIA+ individuals from rural Alberta and small cities like Medicine Hat, where openly affirming spaces remain few and far between. Many adults in these …
Beyond Abstinence: Understanding 6 Pitfalls of an Abstinence-Only Approach
This blog was written by an Anonymous SafeLink Alberta Staff Member. Editing by Oluwaseun Ayodeji Osowobi and Alisha Ostberg. Substance use disorders are a complex and multifaceted public health issue affecting millions globally. In response …
National Day for Truth and Reconciliation: How SafeLink Alberta Serves Indigenous Communities
This blog was written by Issac Racette, Systems Navigator, Calgary Support Services and Alisha Ostberg. Edited By Oluwaseun Ayodeji Osowobi. Each year, September 30 marks the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, a day dedicated …