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PASS Certified @passcertified.bskyverified.social · 9h ago

PASS News Recap ✅ Learn more: ktla.com/news/califor...

A post featuring a photo of Fresno, CA, that features the following text:

"Syphilis cases are spiking in several CA counties

As of 2024, congenital syphilis has increased for 12 straight years.

It has reached its highest point since 1994.

To decrease the rates of infection, it is recommended that:
Health care providers screen everyone between the ages of 15 & 44 in areas with a high rate of the disease.
Testing should be repeated during pregnancy in counties with the highest rates.

In California:
Fresno County recorded the highest syphilis rate among the state’s most populated counties, with 30.4 cases per 100,000 women ages 15 - 44.
Sacramento county followed in 2nd with 24.6 cases cases.
Los Angeles reported a rate of 12.9.
Santa Clara had the lowest rate at 3.9.

Syphilis is caused by bacteria, & symptoms vary depending on what stage the infection is in.

Ulcers may develop & your body may clear them, but without antibiotics, your body won’t be able to cure the disease.

Source: KTLA 5

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PASS Certified @passcertified.bskyverified.social · 2d ago

Last call! 📢 We're hosting PASS Office Hours tomorrow at noon!

PASS Certified@passcertified.bskyverified.social · last wk.

PASS Members, check your emails for an invitation to our upcoming Office Hours on August 4! 📨 If you would like to become a PASS Member & join, sign up with the link below & email adam@passcertified.org for the registration link! ✅ www.passcertified.org/become-a-mem...

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PASS Certified @passcertified.bskyverified.social · 6d ago

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PASS Certified@passcertified.bskyverified.social · last wk.

PASS Members, check your emails for an invitation to our upcoming Office Hours on August 4! 📨 If you would like to become a PASS Member & join, sign up with the link below & email adam@passcertified.org for the registration link! ✅ www.passcertified.org/become-a-mem...

PASS Certified @passcertified.bskyverified.social · last wk.

PASS Members, check your emails for an invitation to our upcoming Office Hours on August 4! 📨 If you would like to become a PASS Member & join, sign up with the link below & email adam@passcertified.org for the registration link! ✅ www.passcertified.org/become-a-mem...

PASS Certified @passcertified.bskyverified.social · 2w ago

PASS News Recap ✅ Learn more: www.newscientist.com/article/2530...

A post featuring a photo of a person receiving an injection in their shoulder, that includes the following text:

"Human papillomavirus (HPV) is spread by several kinds of sexual activity, & many strains genetically modify cells, which can lead to cancer.

In England, no women aged 20 - 24 died of cervical cancer between 2020 & 2024.

This is the 1st time that zero cervical-cancer death has been recorded for this age group.

There were some deaths among women aged 25 - 29, but far fewer than would be expected.

It’s estimated around 200 lives have already been saved.

A recent study published in The Lancet provides evidence that this decline can be attributed to uptake of the HPV vaccine.

It has been established that the HPV vaccine greatly reduces infections & cases of cervical cancer, & now we have the 1st evidence it prevents deaths too.

It should also protect against warts on the skin & genital & anal areas in both sexes.

Worldwide, the uptake of the HPV vaccine is low, the rate of cervical cancer is still rising, & people are still dying.

SOURCE: NEW SCIENTIST

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PASS Certified @passcertified.bskyverified.social · 2w ago

PASS News Recap ✅ Learn more: www.wesh.com/article/flor...

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"Florida restores HIV medication funding after eligibility changes alarm patients

In January, cuts threatened more than 11,000 HIV patients in Florida when the Department of Health lowered the threshold for financial assistance for HIV medication, citing a $120 million shortfall in federal funding.

In March, the state passed a $30.9 million emergency measure that restored financial eligibility.

Lawmakers fully restored the funding in the 2026-27 budget.

While funding is secure for now, healthcare providers are keeping their eyes on lawmakers when they return next session.

Pineapple Healthcare offers free rapid HIV testing & a sliding scale for STI comprehensive panels ranging from $0 - $200.

Out of the Closet offers free rapid HIV testing, STI testing, & medications like PrEP.

SOURCE: WESH

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PASS Certified @passcertified.bskyverified.social · 2w ago

PASS News Recap ✅ Learn more: www.thepinknews.com/2026/07/08/s...

A post featuring a photo of 2 shirtless men embracing, & features the following text:

Sexually transmitted diarrhea spreading rapidly among gay men in UK

A new study from the University of Cambridge has found that variants of Shigella, which can cause bloody or prolonged diarrhea, are causing more disease and growing more antibiotic-resistant.

Sexually transmitted forms of Shigella usually come from direct or indirect contact between the mouth and anus.

Between 2015 and 2020, sexually transmitted forms of Shigella rose 15% faster annually than variants transmitted through other means like travel or food.

- More than 70% of the sexually transmitted strains of Shigella resisted at least 1 relevant antibiotic.
- 1/3 of patients who contract sexually transmitted Shigella end up in the hospital, for an average of 4 - 5 days.
- Up to 2/3 of GBMSM (men who have sex with men) with Shigella are also found to have other STIs, including HIV.

Public health management of this issue is failing, as the advice for dealing with Shigella has been handwashing and food hygiene, which does not address how to prevent the sexual transmission of it.

Senior author of the study Professor Kate Baker stated “Sexually transmissible shigellosis needs to be treated as a distinct public health threat, requiring different surveillance, prevention, and treatment strategies.”

SOURCE: PINKNEWS

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PASS Certified @passcertified.bskyverified.social · 3w ago

PASS News Recap ✅ Learn more: www.cnn.com/2026/07/10/a...

A post featuring a photo of a red ribbon that symbolizes the awareness & support for people living with HIV/AIDS, & includes the following text:

"Millions who rely on US-funded HIV/AIDS programs face uncertainty as financial cliff looms

In September, 120 U.S.-funded HIV/AIDS program awards managed by the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) will expire.

The restructuring of the President's Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR) under the America First Global Health Strategy, directly impacts broader global HIV prevention.

This is threatening services for more than 8.7 million patients around the world.

There is no concrete replacement system in place.

Patients losing access to treatments risk developing potentially life-threatening complications.

SOURCE: CNN

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PASS Certified @passcertified.bskyverified.social · 3w ago

Join the @lalgbtcenter.bsky.social's new research study! 🏳️‍⚧️ To participate, email copalo@lalgbtcenter.org

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"Join our TRANS WEALTH Study!

ARE YOU TRANS, GENDER NON-CONFORMING OR INTERSEX AND LIVING WITH HIV?

You may be eligible to join a new research study focusd on longterm financial stability for our community!

Participants will have access to career development tools to help with their job search, education, and/or entrepreneurship. Help us learn what it takes to support trans people in building long term wealth – not just surviving.

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Participants may receive:
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- Ongoing check-ins to support success

For more information about participating send an email to copalo@lalgbtcenter.org
Participation in the study/Research activities will include:
- A brief employment & wellness assessment
- A blood draw
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PASS Certified @passcertified.bskyverified.social · 4w ago

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PASS Certified @passcertified.bskyverified.social · last mo.

Last call for tomorrow's Office Hours! ✅ The discussion will be focused on Mgen, & is open to all adult industry workers! Submit your questions during registration! Register: zoom.us/webinar/regi...

Welcome! You are invited to join a webinar: PASS Office Hours - July. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the webinar.

This is your dedicated time to ask questions, get them answered, & share feedback with our team. This Office Hours will be focused on Mgen, so if you have any questions, please submit them in the fie...

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PASS Certified@passcertified.bskyverified.social · last mo.

PASS to Hold Office Hours on July 7th on Mgen Updates for All Adult Industry Workers Read full Press Release: www.passcertified.org/news/pass-to...

PASS Certified @passcertified.bskyverified.social · last mo.

PASS to Hold Office Hours on July 7th on Mgen Updates for All Adult Industry Workers Read full Press Release: www.passcertified.org/news/pass-to...

PASS to Hold Office Hours on July 7th on Mgen Updates for All Adult Industry Workers — PASS Certified

July 2, 2026  LOS ANGELES, CA - All members of the adult industry are invited to the discussion, which will feature PASS’s Executive Director Ian O’Brien, PASS Board Members, and the entire PASS...

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PASS Certified @passcertified.bskyverified.social · last mo.

We have seen your recent questions & concerns regarding Mgen, & have decided to open up our upcoming Office Hours on July 7th to all adult industry workers! ✅ We encourage you to submit your questions when registering! Register here: zoom.us/webinar/regi...

Welcome! You are invited to join a webinar: PASS Office Hours - July. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the webinar.

This is your dedicated time to ask questions, get them answered, & share feedback with our team. Think of it as an open, informal session just for PASS Members!

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PASS Certified@passcertified.bskyverified.social · last mo.

Sign up for PASS Membership by July 2nd to receive an invitation to our Office Hours on July 7th at 12:00pm PT ✅ If you sign up for PASS Membership after July 2nd, you can request an invitation by emailing adam@passcertified.org 📨 Join: passcertified.org/become-a-mem...

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Sign up for PASS Membership by July 2nd to receive an invitation to our Office Hours on July 7th at 12:00pm PT ✅ If you sign up for PASS Membership after July 2nd, you can request an invitation by emailing adam@passcertified.org 📨 Join: passcertified.org/become-a-mem...

PASS Certified @passcertified.bskyverified.social · last mo.

PASS News Recap ✅ Learn more: www.ladbible.com/news/doctor-...

A post featuring a photo of the word "Symptom" in a dictionary being highlighted, that includes the following text:

"Doctor issues health warning about 'silent STI' that can have no symptoms

Just because you may not experience symptoms from an STI, does not mean you cannot infect someone else.

Even if you don't feel adverse effects from an infection,
they can still result in long-term health issues.

Chlamydia is the most common treatable STI, but:
- Three quarters of women who have chlamydia don't realize they have an infection.
- Half of men who have chlamydia don't realize they have an infection.

Some can result in conditions such as pelvic inflammatory disease that may cause fertility issues.

Herpes may be transmissible even when not having outbreaks. Daily suppressive therapy can greatly reduce that risk.

HPV & HIV, can be silent & symptomless for a long time, but:
- HPV can result in genital warts & cervical cancer.
- Without treatment, HIV weakens the immune system over time

The only way to know for sure is for you & your partners to get tested!

SOURCE: LAD Bible

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PASS Certified @passcertified.bskyverified.social · last mo.

Today is National HIV Testing Day ✅ Learn more: hivinfo.nih.gov/understandin...

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"June 27th is National HIV Testing Day

Catching early infections is important for both personal health & community health: as each infection caught & treated prevents an STI
from spreading further.

A negative HIV test result means that people can practice HIV prevention, with pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP), condoms, & routine testing.

A positive HIV test result may be scary, but catching the infection early means that an individual can quickly start HIV treatment (antiretroviral therapy) to stay healthy.

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Sign up for PASS Membership by July 2nd to receive an invitation to our Office Hours on July 7th at 12:00pm PT ✅ If you sign up for PASS Membership after July 2nd, you can request an invitation by emailing adam@passcertified.org 📨 Join: passcertified.org/become-a-mem...

PASS Certified @passcertified.bskyverified.social · last mo.

We have seen the recent conversations across our community about Mycoplasma genitalium, or Mgen, and we want to address them directly and honestly. We've published a statement and FAQ specific to rectal Mgen: www.passcertified.org/news/pass-re...

PASS Statement on Mgen — PASS Certified

We have seen the recent conversations across our community about Mycoplasma genitalium, or Mgen, and we want to address them directly and honestly. There is also an FAQ below on rectal Mgen. The Da...

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PASS Certified @passcertified.bskyverified.social · last mo.

PASS News Recap ✅ Learn More: www.everydayhealth.com/digestive-he...

A post featuring a photo of a person holding their abdomen, which is highlighted to look irritated, & features the following text:

What is Ulcerative Colitis?

UC is an inflammatory bowel disease in which the inner lining of the large intestine & rectum become inflamed.

Symptoms include diarrhea, abdominal pain, & blood in your stools.

An estimated 65% of people with UC experience some type of sexual dysfunction, whether it be physical or psychological.

Sexual dysfunction is more common in women.

Many UC symptoms that can make sex difficult are treatable, medication that can impact sex may be adjusted, & you can get a referral for therapy to help with anxiety & depression.

Although it may be difficult to have conversations about sex with your physician, these conversations are important to have because staying silent serves no one.

2 ways to start this dialogue include:
- Talking about symptoms that interfere with your sex life.
- Talking about sex as it relates to fertility.

Speak with your healthcare provider about these issues to improve your health & quality of life.

SOURCE: EVERYDAY HEALTH

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PASS Certified @passcertified.bskyverified.social · 2mo ago

PASS News Recap ✅ Learn more: www.prevention.com/sex/a7151608...

A post featuring a person in underwear, pressing their hands against their abdomen, & includes the following text:

"Doctors Explain What Causes Vaginal Odor & How to Treat It

There are normal & abnormal vaginal odors, & these odors can change during pregnancy.

Normal causes for odors include:
pH imbalance (which may result in BV or a yeast infection & require antibiotics)
Sweat

Abnormal causes include:
Incontinence
Forgotten tampons
Bacterial vaginosis
Trichomoniasis

Rare causes include:
Cervical cancer
Rectovaginal fistula

Vaginal odor prevention includes:
Mild cleansers
Avoiding douching
Eating a balanced diet
Staying hydrated
Wearing light, breathable clothing

You should see a health care professional if an abnormal odor persists & you are experiencing additional symptoms like pain, burning, itching, or unusual discharge.

SOURCE: PREVENTION

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PASS Certified @passcertified.bskyverified.social · 2mo ago

Important Mgen Update! ✅ Read the full update: www.passcertified.org/news/importa...

A post featuring the following text:

"Important Mgen (Mycoplasma Genitalium) Update

We have recently become aware that some individuals are taking only the 1st week of treatment, without completing the 2nd antibiotic.

This can lead to:
- Treatment failure
- Antibiotic resistance
- Ongoing transmission
- The need for additional treatment
- Time away from work

It is essential to take ALL prescribed antibiotics exactly as directed & complete the entire course of treatment, even if your symptoms improve or you receive a negative test result before treatment is finished.

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Myrtle 🌿🧿@myrtlemystic.bsky.social · 2mo ago

PASS members are the reason I am able to get myself routine testing for work this month after losing my only (Medicaid) health coverage Become a PASS member today to help out impoverished sex workers like me <3

PASS Certified@passcertified.bskyverified.social · 2mo ago

Why should you become a PASS Member? Summer Col explains why! ✅ Join: www.passcertified.org/become-a-mem...

PASS Certified @passcertified.bskyverified.social · 2mo ago

Why should you become a PASS Member? Summer Col explains why! ✅ Join: www.passcertified.org/become-a-mem...

PASS Certified @passcertified.bskyverified.social · 2mo ago

Know Your Rights: Safety & The World Cup ✅ Read full blog post & access resources: www.passcertified.org/news/safety-...

In August 2025, The Department of Homeland security held a 3 day human trafficking training workshop with law enforcement & hospitality workers in preparation for the Super Bowl. The signs in every airport bathroom or hotel lobby multiply prior to every major sporting event. The belief that sporting events are hubs of human trafficking has been debunked by academics & oftentimes harm trafficking victims.

As the World Cup approaches, hosted across Canada, Mexico, & 11 major cities in the United States, it’s important to be aware of potential stings & your rights.

The New York Post reported that New York based escorts were receiving an increase in bookings. It’s important to remember that these organizations are not your friends, & while the temporary bump in engagement may benefit you financially, it puts you & other sex workers at risk. Although your phone is protected under your Fifth Amendment rights, police frequently disregard this & have forced individuals to unlock their phones.

Tip #1: Be aware of your digital footprint.
Use a VPN, proton, or alternative browser (Duck Duck Go). Consider using a separate phone for business purposes.

Tip #2: Know Your Rights:
Sex Workers Project at the Urban Justice Center provided an outline of your rights upon arrest: https://sexworkersproject.org/downloads/2012/2012-know-your-rights.pdf

Tip #3: Contact Local or National Sex Worker Organizations for help in case of arrest

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World Cup City Organizations:

National
SWOP USA

Boston, MA
Boston Sex Workers & Allies Collective

Miami, FL
Decrim 305

New York/New Jersey
Sex Workers Project

Philadelphia, PA
Philadelphia Red Umbrella Alliance

Atlanta, GA
Red Light District by TW!O

Los Angeles, CA
Sex Workers Outreach Project LA

San Francisco, CA
Bay Area Workers Support

Seattle, WA
UTOPIA Washington

PASS Certified @passcertified.bskyverified.social · 2mo ago

Important Mgen Update! ✅ Read the full update: www.passcertified.org/news/importa...

PASS Certified @passcertified.bskyverified.social · 2mo ago

Happy International Whores' Day! 💚 To learn more about the history, visit: www.internationalwhoresday.com

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"June 2nd is International Whores’ Day!

WHAT DOES HEALTH & SAFETY MEAN TO US?

Health & safety means combatting state violence, prejudice, & stigma-based discrimination.

Health & safety means advocating for proper access to healthcare for everyone, including sex workers.

Health & safety means being there for each other, no matter how difficult the circumstances may be.

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PASS Certified @passcertified.bskyverified.social · 2mo ago

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PASS Certified@passcertified.bskyverified.social · 3mo ago

Sign up for PASS Membership by May 28th to receive an invitation to our Office Hours on June 2nd at 12:00pm PT! ✅ If you sign up for PASS Membership after May 28th, you can request an invitation by emailing adam@passcertified.org 📨 www.passcertified.org/become-a-mem...

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PASS Certified @passcertified.bskyverified.social · 2mo ago

Today is International Day of Action for Women's Health! ♀️⚕️✅ For health & safety resources, visit: passcertified.org/resources-ov...

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"May 28th is International Day of Action for Women’s Health

The PASS team is grateful for all doctors, physicians, healthcare workers, & organizations dedicated to protecting & improving women's health.

During times of severe political instability, access to healthcare, community, & educational resources are essential for helping all of us make informed decisions regarding our health...

WHICH INCLUDES:
REPRODUCTIVE HEALTH
SEXUAL HEALTH
VACCINATIONS
STI TESTING
& MORE!

We are safer together.

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PASS Certified @passcertified.bskyverified.social · 3mo ago

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PASS Certified @passcertified.bskyverified.social · 2mo ago

PASS NEWS RECAP ✅ Learn more: uio.no/english/rese...