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Atlanta: AIDS Walk Draws a Crowd

October 22, 2002

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More than 14,000 people participated in AIDS Walk Atlanta at Piedmont Park on Sunday. "American Idol" finalist Nikki McGibbon was one of several celebrities on hand for the opening ceremonies. Also participating were Mayor Shirley Franklin and singer Stephanie Mills. The 10K walk raises funds for area HIV/AIDS service organizations.

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Atlanta Journal-Constitution
10.21.02

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This article was provided by U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. It is a part of the publication CDC HIV/Hepatitis/STD/TB Prevention News Update.
 
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