Area of Science:

• Sexual health
• Public health
• Community health

Context:

• Established in Paris in 2010, Le 190 addresses the HIV/AIDS epidemic among men who have sex with men (MSM).
• The center integrates sexuality and affective life into its multidisciplinary support for HIV-positive and HIV-negative MSM.
• Le 190 has evolved to address broader gay health concerns, including mental health and chemsex complications.

Purpose:

• To reduce the local HIV/AIDS epidemic through specialized care for MSM.
• To serve as a model for community-based sexual health services.
• To share experiences and innovations in gay health and public health.

Summary:

• Le 190 provides comprehensive care for MSM, addressing HIV/AIDS, mental health, and chemsex.
• The center's community-driven model has made it a forerunner in sexual health care pathways and public health.
• Celebrating 13 years, Le 190 highlights its innovations, challenges, and benefits for gay health.

Impact:

• Demonstrated benefit for public health and universal care, particularly within the MSM community.
• Serves as a recognized model for community actors and health professionals.
• Offers insights into practical community health and gay health, including innovations and limitations.