Raising Awareness About Doxy-PEP for STI Prevention
Doxy-PEP is a way to help prevent getting STIs including chlamydia, gonorrhea, and/or syphilis by taking the antibiotic doxycycline 24-72 hours after condomless sex. In an effort to advance sexual health in New York State, OSHE has recently developed and launched a Doxy-PEP webpage, and is also conducting a survey about using Doxy-PEP to prevent bacterial STIs.
Come celebrate pride at events across New York State
The New York State Department of Health is celebrating the kickoff to activities and celebrations that will be taking place across the State during Pride Month in June and throughout the summer. Among the events, New York State Department of Health staff will march in Albany’s Capital Pride parade on June 14, and march with Governor Hochul in the New York City Pride March on June 28.
2024 sti surveillance data now available
New York State’s 2024 sexually transmitted infection (STI) data — released in April 2026 and now available on the STI Dashboard NY — points to an encouraging shift in the state’s sexual health landscape. For the first time in years, rates of chlamydia, gonorrhea, and syphilis all declined simultaneously, signaling meaningful progress in STI prevention and treatment across New York.
sti awareness week recap
During Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI) Awareness Week 2026 (observed April 14-20), the New York State Department of Health convened a virtual expert roundtable panel focused on strengthening prevention, expanding testing, stigma reduction, and addressing the persistent disparities in STI-related outcomes.
Doxy PEP Community Access Study
New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene is inviting you to participate in a brief survey. We are interested in learning more about what community members such as yourself know about community perspectives and experiences accessing Doxy PEP. Results from the study will inform clinical services, educational programs, and promotional campaigns. Eligible individuals that complete the survey will be offered a $20 e-gift card and asked if they would be interested in participating in a focus group. Focus group participants will be offered an additional $40 e-gift card upon completion.