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Paul Adamson MD MPH @padamsonmd.bsky.social · Jul 31

Thank you @stihiv2025.org for a fantastic conference!

Great to see so many colleagues. There were some amazing talks, it was so fun to learn from the best! Leaving feeling very inspired, even in these dark times.

And #Montreal was a great host city!

#STIHIV2025

Pic of the team from Vietnam 👋🏽

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Dr Kevin Turner @kevinvestig8s.bsky.social · Aug 5

As first dates go, our #braindate at @stihiv2025.org focusing on #digitalhealth #interventions for #male #sexworkers was rich in reflections, shared experiences and innovative ideas that centred dignity, access and equity. Join in the discussion by leaving a comment below:

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UW Infectious Disease Fellowship Program @uwidfellowship.bsky.social · Jul 31

I spy… our own Dr Chase Cannon at the STI and HIV World Congress 2025!!!

@stihiv2025.org #IDSky

Joseph Cherabie MD MSc (They/He) @jncherabiemd.bsky.social · Jul 29

Hugging HIV and STIs is therapeutic #STIHIV2025 @stihiv2025.org @syphilis-sleuth.bsky.social @drjenellstewart.bsky.social

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Global Antibiotic R&D Partnership (GARDP) @gardp.bsky.social · Aug 1

It was a real pleasure for our colleagues to connect with so many brilliant minds at the @stihiv2025.org this week.

The energy and engagement around STI research, implementation science and evidence-based solutions was truly inspiring.

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STI & HIV 2025 World Congress @stihiv2025.org · Aug 12

Throwback to an unforgettable few days at the STI & HIV 2025 Congress!

Take a look back at some of the moments that brought us together.

#STI&HIV2025 #SexualHealthForAll #GlobalHealth

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STI & HIV 2025 World Congress @stihiv2025.org · Jul 30

🌈 Special Site Visit Alert!
Join us today at 11:00 AM for a group visit to Zone Rose by REZO in Montréal’s LGBTQ+ Village — a key space for free STI/HIV testing & community care.
📍 Meet at Booth T15
🚌 Transport included | ⏱️ ~45 min
#STIHIV2025 #ZoneRose #REZO #GBTQHealth

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STI & HIV 2025 World Congress @stihiv2025.org · Jul 28

The STI & HIV 2025 Congress is LIVE!
Here’s a look back at yesterday’s amazing moments

ENGAGE, SHARE, CONNECT!
💬 Tell us what’s standing out for you today
📲 Tag your colleagues + @stihiv2025
🔖 Use #stihiv2025 to get featured!
Let’s keep the momentum going together!

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STI & HIV 2025 World Congress @stihiv2025.org · Jul 26

Are you an Early Career Researcher ready to level up? 🧑‍🔬
🌟 Join the Symposium, connect with peers and mentors.
🤝 Grow your network at our hands-on workshop.
📊 Boost your skills with our R Data Visualization session.

Register Now: 👉 stihiv2025.org/early-career...
#STIHIV2025

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STI & HIV 2025 World Congress @stihiv2025.org · Jul 25

Early Career Networking Workshop 🔬
Let’s talk connections.
Experience a practical session designed to help you build the relationships that matter.
🗓️ Mon, July 28 | 17:30–19:30
Don't miss this session! 👉 stihiv2025.org/early-career...
#Networking #STIHIV2025

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STI & HIV 2025 World Congress @stihiv2025.org · Jul 24

ViiV is incredibly honoured to be sponsoring the STI & HIV 2025 World Congress in Montreal. Come and meet the team at the booth, and find out what we’re doing to help advance the field of HIV. Check out viivhealthcare.ca

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STI & HIV 2025 World Congress @stihiv2025.org · Jul 23

Just 3 DAYS until #STIHIV2025!

Your registration includes:
✅ Access to all sessions, workshops, posters & exhibits
✅ CME credits
✅ Welcome Reception & coffee networking breaks
✅ Air Canada discount on international travel ✈️

👉 stihiv2025.org/registration/

#SexualHealthForAll

STI & HIV 2025 World Congress @stihiv2025.org · Jul 17

Your next big idea starts with a conversation 🤝
Use Braindate at #STIHIV2025 to meet peers, mentors & collaborators who share your passion for STI & HIV innovation.
📍 July 26–30 | Montreal
🔗 stihiv2025.org/book-a-brain...
#Montreal2025 #Networking #IUSTI #ISSTDR

STI & HIV 2025 World Congress @stihiv2025.org · Jul 13

New to R? Want to create clear, impactful visuals from your data?
Join “Data Visualization for Beginners using R” at #STIHIV2025!
🗓️ Wed, July 30 | 11:30–13:30
Learn R basics, plot with #ggplot2 & #Matplotlib & communicate data with clarity
👉 stihiv2025.org/early-career...

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STI & HIV 2025 World Congress @stihiv2025.org · Jul 9

Let’s Get Social at #STIHIV2025!
Social event highlights:
🟩 Welcome Reception
🟧 Early Career Workshop
🟦 ASTDA Awards Lunch
🟥 Rooftop Congress Dinner
Let’s connect in Montréal, July 26–30!
👉 stihiv2025.org
#HIV #STI #Networking #GlobalHealth #PublicHealth

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STI & HIV 2025 World Congress @stihiv2025.org · Jul 1

Happy #CanadaDay from all of us at #STIHIV2025!
Today, let’s celebrate the spirit of inclusion, innovation, and collaboration that defines Canada.
👉 stihiv2025.org

#HIV #STI #GlobalHealth #Montreal #IUSTI #ISSTDR

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British Association for Sexual Health and HIV (BASHH) @bashhuk.bsky.social · Jun 21

🌎 The @stihiv2025.org World Congress is taking place on the 27th – 30th July in Montreal, Canada!

Join researchers, clinicians, advocates and policymakers from around the world to share the latest scientific and innovative approaches to tackling STIs and HIV worldwide.

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STI & HIV World Congress
16th - 30th July 2025 | Montreal, Canada
The theme of the 2025 Congress:
Sexual Health for All
The congress will gather an inclusive group of researchers, clinicians, laboratorians, public health practitioners, community members, and advocates from around the world to share ground-breaking clinical and basic science, innovative public health interventions, and evidence-based best practices in STI/HIV.

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Tatum Mortimer @tatumdmortimer.bsky.social · Jun 26

If you are an early career research attending @stihiv2025.org and interested in learning more about data visualization in R, @odileharrison.bsky.social , Sim Dabee, and I are organizing a workshop during the conference (11:30am-1:30pm on Wednesday). Register here: forms.gle/e4UL1NG62PUD...

ECR Data Visualisation Workshop

Please complete this application to attend the Data Viz workshop. This event will be held at the 2025 STI & HIV World Congress in Montreal, Canada on Wednesday, July 30th from 11:30-13:30. Effective...

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STI & HIV 2025 World Congress @stihiv2025.org · Jun 29

⚠️ FRAUD ALERT ⚠️
Fake agencies are targeting #STIHIV2025 participants with scam hotel offers.
❌ Don’t respond to unsolicited emails/calls
✅ Book ONLY via: stihiv2025.org
📩 Legit emails end in @icsevents.com
Stay alert!
#STI #HIV #GlobalHealth #MedicalConference

STI & HIV 2025 World Congress @stihiv2025.org · Jun 20

📝 Explore the #STIHIV2025 Scientific Program!

6 tracks spanning:
🔬 Basic & Lab Sciences
🧠 Behavioral & Social
🩺 Clinical
📊 Epidemiology
🏛️ Policy & Community
📈 Implementation Science

Plan your sessions 👉 stihiv2025.org/program
#HIV #STI #SexualHealth

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STI & HIV 2025 World Congress @stihiv2025.org · Jun 12

📢 Presenter Guidelines Are Live!

Presenting at #STIHIV2025 in Montreal? Get ready:
🎤 Oral: 12 min talk + 3 min Q&A, 10 slides max, use template
📌 Poster: 4’x4’, printed, July 28–30
Details 👉 stihiv2025.org/program/pres...
#GlobalHealth #PublicHealth

STI & HIV 2025 World Congress @stihiv2025.org · Jun 11

🚨 Late Registration is OPEN!
Join us July 26–30 in Montreal for #STIHIV2025 the global event for #SexualHealthForAll.
🌍 6 tracks, bold voices, epic networking
🎓 Discounts for students, community & LMICs
✈️ Save up to 15% @AirCanada

🔗 stihiv2025.org/registration/

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STI & HIV 2025 World Congress @stihiv2025.org · Jun 10

🎉 Honoring Excellence in STI Research!
Prof. Henry de Vries receives the IUSTI Prestigious Lectureship & will speak at #STIHIV2025 in Montreal! 🌍
Expert in STIs, mpox, chemsex & more, with 300+ publications.

🔗 Register now: stihiv2025.org/registration
#PublicHealth #IUSTI

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STI & HIV 2025 World Congress @stihiv2025.org · May 29

Regular registration for #STIHIV2025 closes TOMORROW (May 30)!

Register before fees increase: stihiv2025.org/registration/

📍 July 26–30 | Palais des Congrès

#GlobalHealth #IUSTI #ISSTDR #SexualHealthForAll

STI & HIV 2025 World Congress @stihiv2025.org · May 27

Only 3 days left to register at the regular rate for #STIHIV2025! ⏳

📅 Deadline: May 30
💲 Rates from $450–$1,000 USD
📍 Montreal | July 26–30

Join global leaders in STI & HIV science & community health.
🔗 stihiv2025.org/registration/

#SexualHealthForAll #HIV #STI #GlobalHealth

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STI & HIV 2025 World Congress @stihiv2025.org · May 22

📬 Late-Breaking Abstract Notifications are out!

✅ Check your inbox (or spam) for updates from the #STIHIV2025 Scientific Committee.

📅 Confirm & register by May 30!
🔗 stihiv2025.org/abstract/

#HIV #STI #SexualHealthForAll #GlobalHealth #ISSTDR #IUSTI #Montreal2025

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