Just Sayin’
The Blog
Join Dr. Bill Valenti, co-founder of Trillium Health and an infectious disease specialist, as he discusses the history of HIV/AIDS and sexual health and wellness topics impacting the LGBTQ+ community.
Posts from the Blog
COVID Vaccine is Good Science & Can Save Your Life
The success of the polio vaccine trials has been called the boldest, greatest public health achievement of all time. Dr. Salk did not benefit financially from his work. He gave it away.
Liquor Stores vs. Churches: What 's the Difference?
Both liquor stores and churches are essential services, according to President What’s-His-Name.
“Studio to Studio” Appearance
Today “Studio to Studio” published my recent virtual interview about COVID-19, AIDS, and other infectious diseases.
HIV and COVID: Is The Risk Higher in HIV?
People with HIV are not necessarily at increased risk for COVID because of HIV.
Quarantine Defined
“Quarantine” comes from the Italian, “quarantina” or “quaranta giorni,” meaning 40 days.
AIDS vs. COVID 19: A Tale of Two Pandemics
Several of my younger colleagues have asked me to talk about how the current COVID pandemic compares with the AIDS pandemic.
Community Testing
In order to “open up the economy,” we need to know who is positive and who is not.
Understanding COVID-19 - Words Matter
Here are a few points from the BuzzFeed stylebook regarding COVID-19 that is similar to the way the Associated Press writes about it.
It's All About Contagion!
If you don’t understand how infections are transmitted, you don’t understand social distancing.
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Download the Free E-Book
Read my book, AIDS A Matter of Urgency, and learn about the early days of the AIDS Epidemic. Experience the fight, the impact, and perseverance of our community.
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Listen to the Podcast
The Just Sayin’ Podcast with Dr. Bill Valenti. Join me as we talk to friends, colleagues, health professionals, LGBTQ+ community members and allies.
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AIDS HISTORY TIMELINE
Learn more about the AIDS Epidemic that impacted, and continues to impact the world we live in. While treatments have changed, it’s important we don’t forget the past.
