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HIV/AIDS is a critical and growing health issue within our Native population. We can avoid complacency and increase awareness of the impact of HIV/AIDS on American Indians and Alaska Natives. American Indians and Alaska Natives (AI/AN) are ranked third in the nation in the rate of HIV/AIDS diagnosis compared to all other races and ethnicities. We also face additional health disparities that contribute significantly to the risk of HIV transmission such as substance abuse and sexually transmitted infections. Amongst our people, HIV/AIDS exists in both urban and rural populations (and on or near tribal lands); however, many of those with HIV are not aware of their status. These statistics, risk factors and missed opportunities for screening illuminate the need to go beyond raising awareness about HIV and begin active integration of initiatives that will help routinize HIV services. If the status quo remains in our Native population, prevalence will continue to increase and we may face an irreversible problem. Therefore, we must change the way we discuss HIV, change (and improve) the way we integrate HIV testing into our health services, and firmly establish our linkages and access to care. Ultimately, we can do our part to reduce the stigma that surrounds HIV/AIDS within our health culture. I would like to thank dedicated staff that continue to provide HIV prevention, testing, and treatment services in the face of many challenges. - Robert G. McSwain Announcements/Events12.10.08 01.26.08
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Save The DateJune 27, 2007NATIONAL HIV TESTING DAYNational HIV Testing Day, June 27. An estimated 250,000 people in the United States are HIV/AIDS positive and don’t know it. Read More 06.13.07
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