Why HIV’s quiet crisis among Black and Latina women persists
When the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention first documented AIDS in 1981, women accounted for 8% of diagnoses. By 2001 that figure had climbed to 30%, and today women represent roughly 22% of people living with HIV in the United States. Globally, women account for more than half of all individuals living with the […]
7 key strategies to prevent HIV and AIDS
HIV (Human Immunodeficiency Virus) and AIDS (Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome) continue to be significant global health issues, and Black Americans account for nearly half of the HIV infections in the United States. Despite advances in medical treatments and preventive measures, the spread of HIV remains a critical concern in our community. Understanding and implementing effective prevention […]