October 15 has been nationally recognized as Latinx HIV/AIDS Awareness Day since 2003. HIV/AIDS disproportionately affects our Hispanic/Latinx communities — and many may not be aware of available services due to language barriers, limited mobility (transportation, etc.), and lack of familiarity with community public health resources, among other factors. Hay recursos disponibles en Louisiana que...
October 15 is National Latinx AIDS Awareness Day (NLAAD). NLAAD was first observed in 2003 by the Hispanic Federation and the Latino Commission on AIDSExit Disclaimer (LCOA). NLAAD is an opportunity to help address the disproportionate impact of HIV in Hispanic/Latinx communities, promote HIV testing, and stop HIV stigma. This observance is also a community mobilization effort...
oday is National Latino AIDS Awareness Day (NLAAD) ❤️💛💚 a day to raise awareness, fight stigma, and promote testing in Latinx communities. Latinx people in the U.S. are disproportionately impacted by HIV, but we have the power to change the story: ✔️ Get tested and know your status ✔️ Share resources like GetCheckedDC.org ✔️ Start...
It’s National Latinx AIDS Awareness Day! ➡️ Swipe to learn a little bit HIV/AIDS in Latinx folks ➡️ ProjectSTAY offers sexual health services with spanish speaking providers! Call or text 646-245-4000 to make an appointment ✨ Questions? Concerns? Comments? Send us a DM and we can help clarify anything that may be unclear 💕 #hiv #aidsawareness #nlaad #prep #health #publichealth #sexualhealth
October 15 is National Latino AIDS Awareness Day (NLAAD), also referred to as National Latine AIDS Awareness Day or National Latinx AIDS Awareness Day. #NLAAD is an opportunity to help address the disproportionate impact of HIV in Hispanic/Latine communities, promote HIV testing, and stop HIV stigma. This observance is also a community mobilization effort that helps...
Every dose, every checkup, every choice brings you closer to the life you deserve. October 15th is National Latinx AIDS Awareness Day (NLAAD) and UH SNPhA's Remember The Ribbon initiative would like to encourage future patients by reminding them of the importance of starting and maintaining HIV treatment to help them lead long and healthy...
Hoy es El Día Nacional Latino para la Concientización del SIDA (NLAAD por sus siglas en inglés) es una campaña nacional de mercadeo social que une a la comunidad Hispana/Latina alrededor de el VIH, la promoción de la prueba del VIH, la prevención y educación sobre diferentes temas de salud como la hepatitis viral, enfermedades...
This NLAAD, use your voice to promote HIV testing, prevention, and treatment among Latinx folks. ❤️ #StopHIVTogether #NLAAD
October 15th is National Latinx AIDS Awareness Day (NLAAD)! This year’s theme — “Start Treatment. Stick to it. Get Better.” — reminds us that consistent HIV treatment leads to healthier lives and prevents transmission. Infographic made by our Remember the Ribbon Chair for the NLAAD Surge Challenge! #SNPhA #RiseBeyondLimits #RememberTheRibbon #RedRibbonWarriors #NLAAD #EHE2030 @snpha_rtr_ @snpha @snpharegion1
Should you get tested for HIV? The answer is yes! This year, NLAAD (National Latinx AIDS Awareness Day) focuses on the importance of testing for HIV. Statements like "he said he was allergic to latex" or "her Grindr profile said she was negative" are all the more reasons to get tested for HIV. Take care...
National Latinx AIDs Awareness Day is October 15th—a reminder of the importance of HIV education, prevention, testing, and treatment that centers the needs of Latinx communities. According to AIDsVu, Hispanic/Latinx people account for 27% of new HIV diagnoses annually, but only 17% of new pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) users. Closing this gap in medication access is...
Today is National Latinx AIDS/HIV Awareness Day, a vital reminder that HIV has had a disproportionate impact on Latinx communities. We honor the resiliency of those living with HIV, celebrate their stories, and commit ourselves to breaking barriers of stigma, access, and justice. We must continue pushing for equitable access to testing, treatment, education, and...
October 15 is National Latino AIDS Awareness Day (NLAAD)! This year’s theme, “Should I get tested for HIV? Yes!”, reminds us that knowing your status is the first step in protecting your health and ending the HIV epidemic.👍🏽 Join us in raising awareness, reducing stigma, and empowering Latino communities through education, testing, and care.❤️
#NLAAD raises awareness of the disproportionate impact of HIV on Hispanic and Latino communities in the United States. This year’s campaign is directed at the entire community but focuses on people with HIV. An estimated 170,000 people in the United States are living with HIV and unaware of their status. #HIVprevention #HIVstigma #StopAIDS #FightStigma #SelfTestRevolution #TAKEMEHOME
Despite the availability of highly effect HIV prevention and treatment options - Hispanic/Latinx communities continue to be disproportionately impacted by HIV —accounting for 34% of new HIV diagnoses in 2023 while making up only ~19% of the U.S. population. Equity means ensuring everyone can access HIV testing, PrEP, and treatment. Tell Congress to save lives...
