Today a new HIV test was approved for usage in the United States. Although the test is already widely used in Europe as the primary test used to detect HIV, it has just been approved on expedited review by the FDA.
ARCHITECT HIV Ag/Ab Combo, the new test released by Abbott Laboritories, tests for HIV antigens and antibodies [...]
20 years ago everyone was, on average, smaller. But the new millennium is an age of big things;big cars, big houses, big bills, and big butts. We consume way more than we should, more importantly we consume way more than we NEED. And in 2010, Mission: Readiness, a non-profit made up of retired senior military [...]
During May 2010, the District of Columbia’s health and government officials began distributing Trojan brand condoms to area schools, community centers, and other locations. In the District, where 3% of residents are HIV positive, condoms have been widely distributed to youth and young adults since 2005. However, the switch from Durex condoms from Trojan condoms [...]
The History of National Testing Day
According to CDC, since 2004 there has been a 15% increase in the diagnosis of HIV in America. This statistic means two things: more peopeel are being tested, and more people are testing positive for HIV. So we ALL nee to play it SAFER, and get tested! Lucky for us, [...]
HIV testing is the key to slowing the HIV epidemic. Knowing your HIV status could be one of the most important things you ever do!!!
AID Atlanta will provide HIV Testing at the following events:
Monday, June 22, 2009 @ Magic Johnson Theater (3pm-8pm);
Friday, June 26, 2009 @ AID Atlanta Inc. (9am-6pm);
Friday, June 26, 2009 [...]
AID Atlanta & Magic Johnson AIDS Healthcare Foundation will be offering FREE HIV Testing @ the Kroger Store parking lot, 3030 Headland Drive, Atlanta, GA 30311 from 3-8 p.m. Call 1-800-551-2728 for more information.
Warning Signs & Risk Factors of Suicide
Warning signs are important, but it is very important to include the Risk Factors.
Coupling the two, warning signs and risk factors give a clearer profile of risk!
WARNING SIGNS
Abrupt changes in personality
Giving away possessions
Previous suicide attempt
Use of drugs and/or alcohol
Change in eating [...]
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