Safer inhalation supplies available to people with addictions in Saskatchewan
Safer inhalation supplies include crack and crystal meth smoking material such as pipes, screens and mouthpieces. Continue reading
AIDS Saskatoon
Sask. distributing safe inhalation supplies to drug users in an effort to reduce HIV
Drug users will now have access to safer inhalation supplies, in an effort curb HIV rates in Saskatchewan which are the highest in the country. Continue reading
Hundreds show up to support Saskatoon AIDS walk
By Angie Mellen Digital Broadcast Journalist
The event is put on by AIDS Saskatoon and OUTSaskatoon to raise awareness around AIDS and HIV while also supporting prevention and education programs. Continue reading
Sask. AIDS worker calls for more drug pipes to combat high HIV rates
Jason Mercredi of AIDS Saskatoon said there aren’t any pipes available as a means of harm reduction in Saskatchewan. The province says that is because local organization’s assessments have not indicated a need. Continue reading
2 years later, HIV testing day in Saskatoon becomes nationwide event
By Rebekah Lesko Reporter
What started in Saskatoon two years ago as a day to encourage people to get tested for HIV has now become a national day of action. Continue reading
AIDS Saskatoon closing La Ronge support operation
By Adam MacVicar Digital Journalist
AIDS Saskatoon says it’s closing its La Ronge operation due to federal government cuts. Continue reading
AIDS awareness week kicks off in Saskatoon
By Adam MacVicar Digital Journalist
A flag raising at Saskatoon city hall marked the first of a series of events to celebrate AIDS awareness week. Continue reading
Saskatoon joins in for World Hepatitis Day
By Rebekah Lesko Reporter
Many community groups in Saskatoon joined together for World Hepatitis Day, offering free testing and education on hepatitis C. Continue reading
Partnership supports transitional housing for people living with HIV or AIDS
The Beehive transitional apartments will support people in Saskatoon living with HIV or AIDS and who are at risk of homelessness. Continue reading
100 women who care trying to make a difference in Saskatoon
100 women who care from Saskatoon’s emergency services looking to make a difference in the city by helping local charities. Continue reading