COBATEST Network

🌐 This is our third webinar of the CORE Knowledge Hub 'Effective Engagement Strategies for Migrant Communities in Europe in HIV Testing Initiatives' 11 June 2025 | 14:00 – 15:00 CET ⤵ Tap/Click below for info and to register for free eatg.org/events/core-kn… #COREActionEU

6/6 This study adds strong evidence to @WHO recommendations on HIV/STI strategies. 👏 A step forward in scaling up accessible, integrated testing for key populations. Full article➡️ bmcinfectdis.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.11… @COBATESTNetwork @GAISPOSITIUS @AlGlobalKyiv @BaltHIV @GTRecerca

5/6 Researchers recommend: 📌 Integrating dual POCTs into national STI programs 📌 Training CBO staff 📌 Ongoing monitoring & evaluation These tests are a powerful tool to expand early diagnosis and care. @COBATESTNetwork @GAISPOSITIUS @AlGlobalKyiv @BaltHIV @GTRecerca

4/6 🗣️ “Dual POCTs help us reach people who might not seek regular screening.” — Dr. Fernàndez-López, lead author This research supports integrating POCTs into community-based HIV/STI services. #HIV #Syphilis #HealthEquity @COBATESTNetwork @GAISPOSITIUS @AlGlobalKyiv @BaltHIV

3/6 💡 Users and providers found the tests: ✔️ Easy to use ✔️ Fast ✔️ Reliable Providers reported better linkage to care thanks to quicker results. #CommunityHealth #PublicHealth @COBATESTNetwork @GAISPOSITIUS @AlGlobalKyiv @BaltHIV @GTRecerca

2/6 The study involved 4 community-based organizations in Spain, Slovenia, Latvia & Ukraine. Among 844 MSM participants: 7.1% tested HIV+ 7.2% syphilis+🧪 Dual POCTs showed high reliability and agreement with routine testing. @COBATESTNetwork @GAISPOSITIUS @AlGlobalKyiv @BaltHIV

1/6 A new study led by @CEEISCAT and the #ProSPeRo project confirms the feasibility of dual HIV/syphilis rapid tests (POCTs) in community-based services across Europe. 🔗bmcinfectdis.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.11… @COBATESTNetwork @GAISPOSITIUS @AlGlobalKyiv @BaltHIV @GTRecerca

📢 Rejoignez-nous à notre side event lors du #WHA78 avec @frontlineaids Un panel de haut niveau sur le thème" Les communautés au cœur de la santé mondiale" 📅 22 mai 18h30 (CEST) 🔗 Inscrivez-vous Présentiel ➡️ bit.ly/3Rhq5L9 En Ligne ➡️ bit.ly/4cFXjhc

🟣 Join us tomorrow at 15.00 CET Register at us06web.zoom.us/meeting/regist… 🗣️ На мероприятии будет обеспечен синхронный перевод на английский и русский язык. | Live interpretation in English and Russian will be provided. #SCOPE #Prevention

🟣 #SCOPE e-meeting: Developments in the HIV and STIs Biomedical Prevention Pipeline - An Update for Community Educators and Advocates 🟣 Wednesday, 14 May 2025 🟣 15:00 – 16:00 CET. 🟣 Find more about the e-meeting and register via the link eatg.org/events/scope-c…

🚨 Deadline extended to 11 April! 🚨 You still have time to share your insights in the #EU4HBoost Multi-modular Survey 2025! Contribute to improving harm reduction services by sharing your perspective now. 📲 Don’t miss out—fill out the survey here: buff.ly/AtE5ZtT

Participate in the BOOST Multi-Modular survey 2025! You have time until April 4th!

⤵️In the framework of the #COREActionEU project, @RRFdrugreporter filmed at two community-based centers run by @GATportugal in Lisbon. They are excellent examples of building effective HIV responses on peer work! youtu.be/yN-ggZofgHA #EU4Health #HealthUnion

New Resource! Developed within the #EU4HBOOST Project, this practical guide explores digital tools & strategies tailored for harm reduction work—helping organisations enhance their outreach, connect with diverse communities & collect data more efficiently. buff.ly/BhaXQiu

CORE Knowledge Hub Workshop| Cultural Competence: Transforming Understanding into Impact ▶️30 January 2025 ▶️14:00 CET Speaker: Juddy Otti #EUCoreAction core-action.eu/events/core-kn…

⏳ Just 1 week left to share your expertise! Contribute to the #EU4HBOOST project and help refine quality standards for digital harm reduction services. 🗓️ Deadline: 3rd February 2025. 👉 Join the study today: buff.ly/4jeny0W

This 3rd Call for Proposals seeks clinical and implementation research projects aimed at improving prevention, testing, and care for HIV, viral hepatitis, and tuberculosis in the central and eastern European part of the WHO European Region. eeca-interact.org/news/a-new-ope…

New Publication Alert! 🚨 We’re thrilled to share our latest resource designed to enhance the #MentalHealth of #HarmReduction staff. The guide provides actionable insights & exercises to create healthier workplaces and empower staff in their work. 📖 buff.ly/41uTMhW

🌐Final reminder! Shape the future of digital harm reduction services by contributing to the Delphi study. Your expertise will guide the development of essential quality standards. 🖱️Take part here by the 16th of December: buff.ly/4hUZXSi

Our conference video from the 6ht European Harm Reduction Conference in Warsaw - watch and share! drogriporter.hu/en/little-thin… #harmreduction