HIV/AIDS in the U.S. Latino Community: Awareness & Prevention

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National Latino AIDS Awareness Day (October 15, 2009)
From National Latino AIDS Awareness Day
Minnesota: Early Testing Urged on Latino AIDS Awareness Day (October 14, 2009)
In CDC HIV/Hepatitis/STD/TB Prevention News Update, from U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Statement of Anthony S. Fauci, M.D., Director, National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases National Institutes of Health on National Latino AIDS Awareness Day October 15, 2009 (October 14, 2009)
From National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases
California: HIV Prevention Planning Council Endorses Latino Prevention Plan (September 18, 2009)
In CDC HIV/Hepatitis/STD/TB Prevention News Update, from U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Florida: Breaking Barriers -- Language, Religion Hinder Frank Talk About AIDS (July 14, 2009)
In CDC HIV/Hepatitis/STD/TB Prevention News Update, from U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
One Man's Fight Against HIV Infections Among Latinos (April 17, 2009)
In CDC HIV/Hepatitis/STD/TB Prevention News Update, from U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Illinois: Study Finds Minorities Distrust AIDS Awareness Messages (February 26, 2009)
In CDC HIV/Hepatitis/STD/TB Prevention News Update, from U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Florida HIV/STI Awareness Initiative Targets Hispanic, Haitian Youth (January 22, 2009)
In Kaiser Daily HIV/AIDS Report, from Henry J. Kaiser Family Foundation
¡Adelante! (PDF) (October 2008)
From National Alliance of State and Territorial AIDS Directors
The Kaiser Family Foundation and Univision Launch First National Spanish-Language Media Campaign Featuring HIV-Positive Latinos and Loved Ones (September 18, 2008)
From Henry J. Kaiser Family Foundation
Culture of Silence Blamed for High Rates of HIV Among Hispanic Americans (August 8, 2008)
In Dallas Morning News
Caribbean American HIV/AIDS Awareness Day Observed (June 8, 2008)
From National Minority AIDS Council
Fellowships Encourage Minority Doctors to Specialize in HIV Care (June 2, 2008)
From HIV Medicine Association
Latino Commission on AIDS Project Focuses on HIV/AIDS Among Hispanic Immigrants in Deep South (May 9, 2008)
In Kaiser Daily HIV/AIDS Report, from Henry J. Kaiser Family Foundation
GMHC Launches Two New HIV Awareness Campaigns (March 19, 2008)
From Gay Men's Health Crisis
Increase Seen in High-Risk Behaviors Among Mexican Migrant Workers After They Migrate to United States (February 6, 2008)
From The Body PRO
Fourth Annual National Latino AIDS Awareness Day Focuses on HIV/AIDS Education, Testing (October 16, 2006)
In Kaiser Daily HIV/AIDS Report, from Henry J. Kaiser Family Foundation
New York City HIV/AIDS Advocates Conducting Increased HIV/AIDS Education Among Mexican Immigrants (August 8, 2006)
In Kaiser Daily HIV/AIDS Report, from Henry J. Kaiser Family Foundation
Oye, Cuidate and Take Care of Your Comunidad Tambien! (November/December 2005)
All people of color need to start accepting that unprotected sex, drugs and HIV are a part of their communities, and start teaching love and scientific facts, Carlos A. Perez says.
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In Positively Aware, from Test Positive Aware Network
The Wholistic Picture: Power or Not? It's About Finding the Truth and Purpose of Your Life (November/December 2005)
To fight the factors that drive the HIV epidemic among people of color in the U.S., begin by recognizing your own inner power, Sue Saltmarsh says.
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In Positively Aware, from Test Positive Aware Network
Third Annual National Latino AIDS Awareness Day to Address Stigma, Secrecy Surrounding HIV/AIDS in Community (October 14, 2005)
In Kaiser Daily HIV/AIDS Report, from Henry J. Kaiser Family Foundation
National Latino HIV/AIDS Awareness Day: Oct. 15 (October 2005)
From U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
After an HIV Diagnosis, a Latina From Mexico Discovers Her Power (Winter 2005/2006)
Juana D.'s life was dominated by men, and she got little support from her health providers. It wasn't until after her HIV diagnosis that Juana began to gain confidence in -- and power over -- herself and her sexuality.
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In ACRIA Update, from AIDS Community Research Initiative of America
Who Are We Hurting: The Hesitation by People of Color (July/August 2004)
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In Positively Aware, from Test Positive Aware Network
HIV Infections Surging in U.S. Latino Community (May 25, 2004)
In this audio interview, Dennis DeLeon, president of the Latino Commission on AIDS, and acclaimed actress Lupe Ontiveros discuss how to more effectively educate Hispanic Americans on combating the spread of HIV.
In The Tavis Smiley Show
North Carolina Group Distributes Condoms to Black and Latino Communities (April 13, 2004)
In CDC HIV/Hepatitis/STD/TB Prevention News Update, from U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Health Literacy Among U.S. Latinos Impacted by Individual Factors (September 9, 2003)
In CDC HIV/Hepatitis/STD/TB Prevention News Update, from U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
HIV Testing in the Latino Community (August 25, 2003)
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From PositiveWords
New Jersey: Migrant Farmers Urged to Have HIV Testing (August 15, 2003)
In CDC HIV/Hepatitis/STD/TB Prevention News Update, from U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Latinos Disproportionately Affected by HIV/AIDS, Less Likely to Be Tested, Treated, Report Says (July 25, 2003)
In Kaiser Daily HIV/AIDS Report, from Henry J. Kaiser Family Foundation
Texas: National Council of La Raza Conference Addresses AIDS Among Latinos (July 17, 2003)
In Kaiser Daily HIV/AIDS Report, from Henry J. Kaiser Family Foundation
Addressing HIV/AIDS: Latino Perspectives and Policy Recommendations (PDF) (July 2003)
[Archived Article]
From National Alliance of State and Territorial AIDS Directors
Relationship-Based HIV Prevention Works for Minority Couples (June 3, 2003)
In CDC HIV/Hepatitis/STD/TB Prevention News Update, from U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
New York: Minorities With AIDS Dying for Resources (May 2, 2003)
[Archived Article]
In CDC HIV/Hepatitis/STD/TB Prevention News Update, from U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
New Orleans: Young Latinos Form "Now Project" for Health (April 28, 2003)
In CDC HIV/Hepatitis/STD/TB Prevention News Update, from U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
AIDS Reaches Crisis in Florida, State Senator Says (April 2, 2003)
[Archived Article]
In CDC HIV/Hepatitis/STD/TB Prevention News Update, from U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
New York City Panel Says Health Cutbacks Fall Hardest on Minorities (March 19, 2003)
[Archived Article]
In CDC HIV/Hepatitis/STD/TB Prevention News Update, from U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Ohio AIDS Ad Campaign Focuses on Minorities (October 11, 2002)
[Archived Article]
In CDC HIV/Hepatitis/STD/TB Prevention News Update, from U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Maternal Messages About Dating and Sexuality and Their Influence on Latino Adolescents (August 2, 2002)
In SHOP Talk: School Health Opportunities and Progress Bulletin, from Sexuality Information and Education Council of the United States
Report: Latinos Must Play Greater Role in HIV/AIDS Planning (May 29, 2002)
In CDC HIV/Hepatitis/STD/TB Prevention News Update, from U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Florida: HIV Education Group for Spanish Speakers Open New Offices in Little Havana (May 21, 2002)
In CDC HIV/Hepatitis/STD/TB Prevention News Update, from U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Does a History of Trauma Contribute to HIV Risk for Women of Color? Implications for Prevention and Policy (April 25, 2002)
In CDC HIV/Hepatitis/STD/TB Prevention News Update, from U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Danger at the U.S./Mexico Border: From North and South, People Flock to Tijuana -- Along With HIV (April 10, 2002)
In CDC HIV/Hepatitis/STD/TB Prevention News Update, from U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Systematic Review of HIV Behavioral Prevention Research in Latinos (April 2002)
A report commissioned by the Surgeon General's Leadership Campaign on AIDS.
From HIV InSite
The State of Latinos in HIV Prevention Community Planning (March 20, 2002)
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From U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Fact Sheet: Sexuality and Underserved Youth in Communities of Color (June/July 2001)
[Archived Article]
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In SIECUS Report, from Sexuality Information and Education Council of the United States
Local Latinos Respond to HIV in Their Communities (Summer 2001)
In STEP Perspective, from Seattle Treatment Education Project
African-American and Latina Mothers and Daughters Speak About Sexuality (May 18, 2001)
[Archived Article]
In SHOP Talk: School Health Opportunities and Progress Bulletin, from Sexuality Information and Education Council of the United States
Racial Shift Spotlights Need for Better Prevention and Care (January 13, 2000)
[Archived Article]
From AIDS Action Council
Impact of Domestic Abuse on HIV Prevention in Hispanic Women (PDF) (June/July 1998)
By Susan R. Horwitz, Closing the Gap, Minority Women's Health Initiative.
From U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
Impact of HIV/AIDS on Hispanics in the United States (June 1998)
From U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Race Important Factor in Knowledge About HIV (November 1997)
[Archived Article]
In Body Positive, from Body Positive
Punks and Fags: Homophobia in Black and Latino Communities (August 1997)
[Archived Article]
In Body Positive, from Body Positive
Annotated Bibliography: Culturally Competent Sexuality Education Resources (December 1996/January 1997)
[Archived Article]
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In SIECUS Report, from Sexuality Information and Education Council of the United States
Alarming CDC Statistics Demonstrate Need for Expanded AIDS Prevention Efforts Among Women and People of Color; ; Statement of Christine Lubinski, Deputy Executive Director, AIDS Action Council (April 19, 1996)
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From AIDS Action Council

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