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I clearly remember, in 1983 when AIDS became the “bogeyman” of my gay community. I was living in Anchorage Alaska at that time. Not much was known about this new “gay cancer” or “gay disease” that was afflicting and killing so many young gay men throughout our country. Doctors and scientists were struggling to get…
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Art is a universal language that transcends boundaries. When we immerse ourselves in art—whether by enjoying or creating it—we connect with a deeper sense of ourselves and nature. Art can help us understand our identity, express our innermost thoughts, and facilitate healing. Accessing and expressing our deepest feelings is one of the ways we can…
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Every August 20, the southern part of the U.S. unites as a collective to honor Southern HIV/AIDS Awareness Day (SHAAD). And, this year, let it be a reminder to all of us regardless of region to come together in steadfast support of this community. SHAAD was founded in 2019 by the Southern AIDS Coalition (SAD)…
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There are two schools of thought regarding sexual education. Some parents simply say, “Don’t do it,” while others arm their children information. While most would prefer the latter, there are some schools in the country that are skipping out on sex ed with dire consequences. Sexual Education is a vital part of teaching our youth…
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As someone who has navigated the ups and downs of sexual health, I want to share my journey with PrEP (Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis) and PEP (Post-Exposure Prophylaxis). These two powerful tools have changed my perspective on HIV prevention and empowered me to take control of my health. What is PrEP? PrEP is a daily medication that…
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Every December 1, we come together to mark World AIDS Day and reup our collective commitment to ending HIV and the stigma those living with it still experience today. This year’s is a historic one, as it marks the 35th commemoration of this important day. It started in 1988 at the height of the AIDS…
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Every December 1, we come together globally to mark World AIDS Day and recommit ourselves to eradicating HIV and the painful stigma those living with the virus experience worldwide. Starting in 1988 at the height of the AIDS epidemic, this day also gives us a chance to honor the lives of those lost to AIDS-related…
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September 18 marks National HIV/AIDS and Aging Awareness Day (NHAAD) — a national commemoration highlighting the growing number of older Americans living with HIV and their needs as a community. NHAAD 2022 — the fifteenth observance of this day, which was first launched by the AIDS Institute in 2008 — holds critical importance in raising…
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In 2015, 22% of all new HIV diagnoses were among youth aged 13-24. And the statistics are even more grim for Latinos.
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