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In DC, accessible sexual health resources are kind of a big deal. No matter who you are or what you need, there’s a way to get help. Check out our up-to-date list of free resources and look through these websites to get the best care for YOU!

March is Women’s History Month, and women’s health has always been part of that history.​ For generations, women have had to advocate to be believed, properly diagnosed, and included in medical research. Care is not a privilege. It’s a right.

Myth: Condoms ruin intimacy.​ Fact: Confidence and communication make intimacy better.​ Protection doesn’t take away from the moment, it helps you enjoy it with peace of mind. Condoms are FREE in DC, so access should never be a barrier to safer sex. sexualbeing.org/get-condoms/fr…

Myth: Condoms ruin intimacy.​ Fact: Confidence and communication make intimacy better.​ Accurate information helps us make better choices.​ ​ Condoms are FREE in DC, so access should never be a barrier to safer sex. sexualbeing.org/get-

Condoms don’t interrupt the moment, they protect it. Confidence comes from being prepared and taking care of yourself and your partners.​ Condoms are FREE in DC. Access to protection should never be a barrier to care, connection, or pleasure. sexualbeing.org/get-condoms/fr…

Black joy is love. It’s laughter in community, creativity in expression, rest without guilt, and celebration everyday.​ We honor Black joy as an act of care, resilience, and connection. Because joy is not separate from wellness. It’s part of how we survive, heal, and thrive.

Taking care of your health is an act of self-love. With GetCheckedDC, DC residents can access free, confidential testing. Because caring for yourself should always be accessible.​ Choose care. Choose clarity. Choose you.​ GetCheckedDC.org

Honoring Black history means recognizing these contributions and continuing the work toward equity, trust, and culturally responsive care today.

Black communities also built grassroots networks of care sharing information, protecting one another, and pushing for dignity, access, and survival.

Black history is health history. Black leaders and communities have shaped the way we understand, respond to, and care for one another especially in the fight against HIV.​ 🧵 👇

Mark your calendar for National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day on February 6, 2026, 6pm-9pm at Hen's Quarter Prime, 2121 1st St. SW. Come get tested, grab a bite and get resources. The event is free!

#BHM Black history is living history, shaped by resilience, creativity, care, and community.​ Throughout this month, we’ll celebrate Black voices, experiences, and contributions while continuing to center health, dignity, and access for our communities today and every day.

With GetCheckedDC, DC residents can access free, confidential HIV and STI testing with options that fit your life. No judgment. Just information, support, and care.​ Because clarity builds confidence. 💙 GetCheckedDC.org

The start of a new year can bring complicated feelings, old dynamics, and unexpected stress.​ Protect your energy by:​ 🧭 Setting boundaries​ 🧡 Taking breaks when needed​ 🕯️ Choosing people who make you feel safe​ Your well-being matters every day of the year.

If someone crosses your mind today, reach out. A quick message can mean everything this time of year.​ Staying connected protects your mental health, strengthens community, and reminds us we don’t have to move through the world alone. 💬💛

Thinking about starting PrEP? The end of the year is a great time to talk to your provider.​ Ask questions. Explore your options. Choose what supports your life and relationships. 💊 sexualbeing.org/ge​t-prep/prep-101/

Start the new year with clarity. ✨​ With U=U (Undetectable = Untransmittable), we know that when HIV is treated and undetectable, it cannot be passed on.​ ​Clarity means facts over fear. Science over stigma.​ That’s how we move into the new year stronger and informed.

Happy Kwanzaa! 🕯️​ Today we celebrate Umoja (Unity): coming together to support, uplift, and strengthen our communities.​ Health, joy, and resilience are collective practices. Let’s continue building them together.

Merry Christmas to all who celebrate. 🎄​ May your day be peaceful, grounded, and full of the kind of care you deserve, whether you’re surrounded by family, chosen family, or taking quiet time for yourself.

The holidays can be joyful, stressful, or… both at the same time. If this season feels heavy, you’re not alone.​ Give yourself permission to pause, breathe, and feel what’s real for you. 📞 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline​ 💛 DBH Mental Health Services: dbh.dc.gov