October 15
October 15 is National Latinx AIDS Awareness Day (NLAAD). NLAAD was first observed in 2003 by the Hispanic FederationExit Disclaimer 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 that helps promote effective ways to prevent, treat, and stop the transmission of HIV among Hispanic/Latinx people.
The NLAAD 2024 campaign brings together communities, service providers, and organizations providing services to Hispanics/Latinxs throughout the U.S. and territories under one theme: "Start Treatment. Stick to It. Get Better.” This year’s campaign is directed at the entire community but focuses on people with HIV. The campaign urges them to choose one of the many available treatment options to maintain their health, reach an undetectable viral load and stop the spread of HIV (treatment as prevention).
This year, the LCOA is hosting a NLAAD webinar series. The webinars are open to everyone. The webinars will include time for questions and answers and the recordings will be posted on the NLAAD website. All webinars will provide interpretation in Spanish. Review the webinar list below and register now to take part in these important conversations. For more information on NLAAD events and resources, visit www.nlaad.orgExit Disclaimer.
NLAAD Webinar Series
New HIV Diagnosis in Texas – October 3, 2024 2:00 PM ET
In recent years, there has been a rise in new cases of HIV in the South. Through its research department, the LCOA has been preforming an evaluation and collecting information in this region, starting with Texas. Join Danial Castellanos, DrPH, Vice President of Research and Innovation, LCOA, as he shares the epidemiology of HIV in Texas. Register hereExit Disclaimer.
Advances on HIV Treatment – October 7, 2024 2:00 PM ET
Over the past 40 years, science has progressed and there are now many medications to treat HIV. Though there is not yet a cure, the disease is now controllable and treatable. Join Dr. Annelys Roque Gardeners, Assistant Professor of Medicine, Division of Infectious Disease, Emory University to learn what treatment options are currently available, when to start treatment, why it is important to adhere to treatment, benefits of receiving treatment, as well as the difficulties the community faces to get access to treatment. Register hereExit Disclaimer.
Integration of Aging into HIV Care – October 8, 2024 2:00 PM ET
This webinar is focused on learning the needs of the older people living with HIV, based on research by the LCOA’s research department in Texas. Join Evelio Salinas Escamilla, Senior Research Associate at the LCOA to learn more about epidemiological trends and the process of aging with HIV. Register hereExit Disclaimer.
The HIV Care Cascade in the U.S.: Are We Reaching Our Goals to End the HIV Epidemic – October 9, 2024 10:00 AM ET
Join Patrick Sullivan, DVM, PhD, Professor of Epidemiology, Emory University, Principal Scientist, AIDSVu as he presents statistics and information on the HIV Care Cascade in the U.S. Register hereExit Disclaimer.
To learn more about HIV within these communities, you can visit the CDC page here.
More About the Latino Commission on AIDS
The LCOA is a non-profit organization that spearheads health advocacy for Latinos, promotes HIV education, develops model prevention programs for high-risk communities, and builds capacity in community organizations. The organization has an extensive network of Hispanic and Latinx community leaders and partner organizations through which it works to mobilize an effective community response to meet the health challenges and address the impact of HIV and AIDS, hepatitis, & sexually transmitted infections in communities throughout the country. To learn more about LCOA, its mission, services, and programs, read more hereExit Disclaimer.
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Federal Resources
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Learn about the Epidemic
HIV stigma refers to irrational or negative attitudes, behaviors, and judgments toward people with or at risk of HIV. It can negatively affect the health and well-being of people with HIV by discouraging some individuals from learning their HIV status, accessing treatment, or staying in care. Stand up to stigma and make a difference!