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Absolutely — the flyer gives us the final event framing, so I’d update the blog post to match the actual title, subtitle, date, time, and location, and make PrEP more central to the story. Porn, PrEP & Sexual Health: What’s Fantasy, What’s Real, and What Keeps You Protected Pornography and sexual media are everywhere—but what we see on a screen does not always reflect real-life sex, relationships, consent, or sexual health. On October 20, 2026, the HEAT Program invites the co

The upcoming HEAT Program Town Hall originally scheduled for May 19 has been postponed and will be rescheduled for late August 2026. We appreciate the community’s excitement, support, and interest in this important event focused on connection, education, and community impact. The HEAT Program remains committed to creating meaningful spaces where young people, community members, advocates, and leaders can come together to have real conversations about health, equity, resources

The Health and Education Alternatives for Teens Program observed World AIDS Day with a powerful community symposium held at SUNY Downstate’s Alumni Auditorium on December 5, 2025. The event brought together youth, community members, clinicians, advocates, and partners to reflect on the impact of HIV, honor decades of service, and reaffirm a shared commitment to compassionate and equitable care. The symposium featured a thoughtfully curated program that included live performan