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DPH director's report: HIV diagnoses down 20%, Project Reach grant, AB 2115 expands methadone take-homes
Summary
Deputy director reported a 20% decline in HIV diagnoses since 2022, expanded viral suppression and linkage to care, a $100,000 Project Reach grant for surgical needs of people experiencing homelessness, recognition of EVS week, and described AB 2115 authorizing 72-hour methadone take-home flexibilities effective immediately under an urgency clause.
Deputy Director Bob presented highlights of the department's recent work to the Health Commission, including improved HIV outcomes, workforce recruitment, community events and new state policy affecting methadone access.
Bob said San Francisco has seen a 20% decrease in new HIV diagnoses since 2022, with improvements in viral suppression and linkage to care; he said the annual HIV report will come to the commission in December for a fuller review. He…
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