We compassionately and competently meet the evolving needs of our communities by serving people affected by chronic illness and improve public health through disease prevention, care coordination and advocacy.

AIDS Ride for Life

Step into the journey of compassion, resilience, and community spirit with our exclusive highlights video from the 2023 AIDS Ride for Life.

We've been providing comprehensive HIV/AIDS services in the Southern Tier of New York for over 30 years.

HIV Testing

STAP offers fast, free and confidential HIV testing at many locations throughout the Southern Tier. Knowing our HIV status can keep you and your partner safe.

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Syringe Exchange Program

STAP's Prevention Points exchange new sterile syringes for used ones to reduce the risk of infection with HIV, Hepatitis C, and other blood-borne illnesses among injection drug users.

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Health Homes Care Management

STAP's Health Homes program serves individuals with a variety of chronic conditions with comprehensive care management and care coordination services.

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Hair Warz

December 8, 2024 

About Hair Warz
Hair Warz is an annual avant-garde hairstyling event where skilled stylists engage in a creative competition to showcase their unique and innovative hairstyling talents. The event is characterized by its runway-style showcase, wherein models present the meticulously crafted hairstyles to an audience and a panel of distinguished judges.

Stylists participating in Hair Warz invest months of dedicated preparation to conceptualize and execute avant-garde hairstyles that push the boundaries of traditional hairstyling. The event does not involve live hairstyling on-site; instead, participants complete their artistic creations beforehand, and the finished looks are then presented on the runway.

A notable aspect of Hair Warz is the esteemed panel of judges, comprised of renowned hair masters who evaluate and critique the hairstyles based on creativity, originality, and technical skill. This competitive element adds a layer of excitement and prestige to the event, encouraging stylists to push their creative limits.

In addition to the hairstyling showcase, Hair Warz offers a dynamic and engaging entertainment program. While the judges deliberate on the winning entries, the audience is treated to performances by singers, drag queens, and dancers. This interlude provides a lively and entertaining atmosphere, enhancing the overall experience for attendees.

The combination of avant-garde hairstyling, expert judging, and captivating entertainment establishes Hair Warz as a distinctive and memorable event within the beauty and fashion industry. The event seeks to celebrate and elevate the artistry of hairstyling.

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Despite over 2 million sexually transmitted infections reported in 2023, CDC data suggest that the STI epidemic may be slowing

November 13, 2024

The number of sexually transmitted infections (STIs) remains high in the United States, with more than 2.4 million reported in 2023. However, the latest data from CDC show signs the epidemic could be slowing.

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Our Impact in Numbers

500
Clients receiving care management
2,204
Syringe Exchange Program Individuals Served in 2023
305
Lives Saved - Reported Overdose Reversals