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The human immunodeficiency virus (HIV), the pathogen that causes AIDS, has claimed 94 more lives in Iran over the second quarter of 1388 (began March 21, 2009), compared to the first quarter of the year, the Health Ministry said in a report on Monday. According to the ministry, a total of 3,409 Iranians have died of the virus over the second quarter of the year (began March 21), while the death ...
This year two local toy drives will be held to benefit clients of Central Coast HIV/AIDS Services and their families.
Maumee Churches United representatives from four churches and a hospital assemble 200 kits for volunteers working with people living with HIV or AIDS in Africa. Right, Emmy Bates, left, and Lisa Seibert help at the event Sunday in St. Joseph Catholic Parish Center in Maumee. At right, Jessica Buehler adds an item to a kit carried by Eddie Mader. Notes are included in the kits, which cost $28 ...
By Diane Chun Staff writer For most who come down with the new H1N1 influenza, it's an uncomfortable experience but not life threatening.
SAN BERNARDINO - The Bent Not Broken Inspired Community Players and Friends will present, "You Passed Me By," a production that focuses on educating the community about AIDS and HIV prevention.
The educational event, open to HIV agencies, caregivers will be Dec. 1 at Hotel Bethlehem.
A 23-year-old University of Virginia graduate who created a nonprofit group to help tackle the AIDS epidemic in Washington has been named a Rhodes Scholar.
The Wilson County HIV/AIDS Task Force is looking to alter perceptions of the diseases by holding an HIV/AIDS-themed play titled "It's All About You" in recognition of World AIDS Day. The play, to be ...
The 2009 AIDS Walk for Bay City, Midland and Saginaw raised more than $41,000 to support HIV/AIDS research and prevention, officials report.The Bay Area Social Intervention Services Sacred Heart Rehabilitation Center, which organizes the walk, announced last week that the...
Hudson Pride Connections and New York Researchers at Hunter College Announce Creation of a New Program to Reduce HIV / AIDS Rates Among Transgender Women and Lead the Way for Similar Future Programs [PR.com - October 25, 2006]
JOHANNESBURG, Nov 19 (IRIN PlusNews) - In less than seven months South Africa will host the world's biggest single sporting event - the FIFA World Cup. The chance to reach millions of local and visiting football fans presents a golden opportunity, not only for the country's business and tourism sectors, but also for its efforts to combat HIV/AIDS. Integrated Regional Information Networks (IRIN ...
Title: Lutherans to Observe World AIDS Day Dec. 1 ELCA NEWS SERVICE >November 23, 2009 >Lutherans to Observe World AIDS Day Dec. 1 >09-264-JD WASHINGTON (ELCA) -- Every nine and a half minutes a person in the United States becomes infected with HIV, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Atlanta.
MASERU, 23 November 2009 (IRIN) - Isolated mountain communities hard hit by HIV and AIDS in Lesotho have begun to reap benefits from the overhaul of nine healthcare clinics over the past four years.
MONDAY, Nov. 23 (HealthDay News) -- Scientists report that a genetic variation appears to play a major role in slowing disease progression in HIV-infected patients.
SEATTLE, Nov. 23 / Christian Newswire / -- Next week, in an effort to fight the global spread of HIV/AIDS, thousands nationwide will take part in Hoops of Hope, the world's largest free throw shooting marathon. At the heart of the movement is 15-year old Austin Gutwein from Mesa, Arizona.
As we approach World AIDS Day on Dec. 1, the troubling incidence of AIDS among black women serves as a potent reminder about how far we must travel to effectively manage this disease.As health care professionals, we like to highlight the tremendous progress we’ve made in treating people with HIV and AIDS. The prescription drugs, long-term care plans and innovative treatments we’re providing to ...
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