HIV: Pathway to Progress
This is Pathway to Progress, a podcast dedicated to the fight for HIV justice and decriminalization across the country. Hosted by Phillip Westry, Executive Director of FreeState Justice, each episode features insightful conversations with a rotating panel of co-hosts and expert guests. Together, they explore the history of HIV in the U.S., the ongoing challenges of HIV criminalization, and the actions being taken to create a future where everyone—regardless of their status—can live without fear or discrimination.
Brought to you by FreeState Justice, Maryland’s leading LGBTQ+ legal nonprofit.
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HIV: Pathway to Progress
Breaking Barriers in HIV Care
In Episode 10 of Pathway to Progress, we’re joined by Dr. Sarah A. Schmalzle, Medical Director of the THRIVE Program at the Institute of Human Virology, University of Maryland School of Medicine. Dr. Schmalzle discusses the medical industry's response to the HIV epidemic, the importance of healthcare professionals in breaking down barriers, and the disproportionate impact of HIV criminalization and stigma on marginalized communities.
Tune in to learn about the critical role Dr. Schmalzle and her team play in providing care and advocating for a more inclusive healthcare system for those living with HIV.
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Visit www.ihv.org/thrive to learn more about the THRIVE Program.
Phillip Westry, Executive Director of FreeState Justice, is the host of Pathway to Progress. Learn about FreeState’s work to provide LGBTQ+ Marylanders with free legal services at freestate-justice.org.
Pathway to Progress is produced by Joel Medina.