The National Coalition for LGBT Health invites you to a Congressional briefing on
Update on Crystal Methamphetamine: Changing Populations At Risk, Trends In Prevention and the Latest Treatments
Update on Crystal Methamphetamine: Changing Populations At Risk, Trends In Prevention and the Latest Treatments
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Monday, September 10th 12:00-1:00 PM
Rayburn House Office Building B-340, Washington, DC
~ Lunch will be served ~
Rayburn House Office Building B-340, Washington, DC
~ Lunch will be served ~
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This briefing will highlight the latest methamphetamine prevention and treatment strategies as well as the recent emergence of meth use among men of color in Southeastern and East Coast urban areas. This will include a discussion of meth use among gay and bisexual men and the intersection of meth use with HIV/AIDS and other STDs. An expert panel will present the latest medical and behavioral interventions in treating crystal meth addiction as well as how the federal government can aid these efforts.
Presenters Include:
Francisco Roques, Gay Men's Health Crisis, New York City
Elizabeth Disney, Ph.D Chase Brexton Health Services, Maryland
Perry N. Halkitis, Ph.D., Center for Health Identity, Behavior & Prevention Studies, The Steinhardt School, New York University
Barbara Warren, Psy. D., LGBT Community Center, New York City
For more information and to RSVP, please contact Rebecca Fox at Rebecca@lgbthealth.net or 202-558-6828.
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