HIV/AIDS Caregivers urged to provide quality care Jul 25, 2008
Mr Victor Ntumi-Attah, Executive Director of AFRIWEB Foundation, a Non-Governmental Organization (NGO), gave the advice at a workshop on home- based management for People Living With Aids (PLWAs) and their caregivers in Ho on Wednesday. The workshop attended by 40 PLWAs and their caregivers, was organized by the Ghana AIDS Commission in collaboration with the Department of Women, to educate the caregivers on how to approach their work. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Special Report: Aids in Alabama Jul 24, 2008
Most of the people living with AIDS and HIV pay for treatment with Medicaid and Medicaid programs are buckling under to take care of people with long term illnesses like HIV and AIDS. It seems the South isn't getting it's fare share of Federal funding to care for HIV and AIDS patients. (WSJA.com, AL)
Senator Tom Daschle Leads Delegation to Advocate the Elimination of Global Poverty and Disease in Rwanda Jul 23, 2008
"Over the last four years, 2 million more people living with AIDS now have access to lifesaving medication." In Rwanda, there has been a 66% reduction in deaths from malaria, largely because of the delivery of bed nets and anti-malaria medication. "Nevertheless," Daschle continued, "much work remains." This week, Congress will pass legislation to nearly double America's commitment to these programs by authorizing $48 billion in aid over the next 5 years. (PR Newswire)
Read more... Jul 23, 2008
Today Impact Design unveiled its first product, a social network for Bailey House clients living with AIDS/HIV. The online community will give clients of Bailey House a private forum to share personal stories, medical advice, and other learning and experiences using social tools built into the site by the non-profits Web design agency ... The social network will connect Bailey Houses four central offices and 120 physical communities of people living with AIDS/HIV. ... Founded in 1983, Bailey... (PNN Online)
South has 52 percent of HIV cases Jul 22, 2008
Southern states were also home to 41 percent of people living with AIDS in the U.S., reports the Southern AIDS Coalition, a group of HIV/AIDS activists working to increase funding for prevention and treatment options ... And among those Southern states most affected, Florida ranks at the top with a total of 35,723 people infected with HIV and 46,663 people living with AIDS, the report said ... 177,613 people living with AIDS. (Bradenton Herald)
MOM WORKS TO BATTLE AIDS AND POVERTY Jul 17, 2008
Her energy is down, and her doctors in the Bay Area fear that she could have pneumonia, which is potentially deadly for those living with AIDS.. Doctors want to change her drugs to combat the ever-mutating virus. (The Union Democrat)
Achilles Heel Of HIV Pinpointed? Jul 16, 2008
In 2007, 33 million people were living with AIDS, according to a report by the World Health Organization and the United Nations. Paul s group has engineered antibodies with enzymatic activity, also known as abzymes, which can attack the Achilles heel of the virus in a precise way. (Science Daily)
Growing older with HIVVirus presents special risks as it accelerates effects of aging Jul 13, 2008
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimate that 27 percent of all Americans living with AIDS are over age 50. Health officials in Kalamazoo County estimate that of the approximately 340 people in the county who are HIV-positive but do not have AIDS, about 50 are over the age of 50, said David Feaster, director of client services for Community AIDS Resource and Education Services (CARES), based in Kalamazoo and with another office in Benton Harbor. (Kalamazoo Gazette, MI)
(RED) to Launch New Way for People to Get Music in Their Lives; Weekly Delivery of Great Music Helps to Save Lives in Africa Jul 1, 2008
By applying the (RED) idea to music this new model will create a new revenue stream for artists and labels and buy life-saving medicine for those living with AIDS in Africa ... "The world's best brands created (RED) products that have generated over $110 million. What we are doing now is applying the (RED) model to music. Every week you will receive great music from amazing artists and people living with AIDS in Africa will receive lifesaving antiretroviral medicine." ... "This new direct link... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Pitt researcher sees female side of global AIDS fight Jun 30, 2008
Around the world, the United Nations estimates, half of those living with AIDS are women. And in sub-Saharan Africa, which accounts for most new cases, there are 13 million women with HIV, compared with 9 million men. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
A YEAR IN MALAWI Jun 29, 2008
At 12 a book, Straatmeyer was able to raise a 4,000 profit she has sent back to help the orphans living with AIDS in Africa. Straatmeyer said she never expected her one year in Africa in 2001-2002, or a small dog bought to keep burglars at bay, would have changed her outlook on life. (Wasilla Frontiersman, AK)
LETTERS: NCT, June 23, 2008 Jun 24, 2008
HotJobs Local Search. Do investigation before impacting an entire area. (North County Times)
India rejects AIDS drug patent Jun 20, 2008
Nevirapine is a crucial drug to treat AIDS. If the patent had been accepted, poor children living with AIDS, who are too small to swallow tablets, would not have had access to this critical drug. This decision is also significant because of the message it sends to all companies waiting to patent their drugs, especially those meant to treat HIV/AIDS.. (NDTV.com)
City target of AIDS campaign Jun 15, 2008
The campaign is specifically reaching out to African-Americans, who make up the highest concentrations of people living with AIDS, and of new people contracting the virus ... And of the 369 people who were living with AIDS or HIV in 2006, 190 of them were black, or 51 percent. (Boston Globe)
World Bank Sets New Goals For AIDS Funding May 15, 2008
The unit devised the strategy by consulting widely with African countries, people living with AIDS, U.N. agencies, non-government organizations and private companies. The program will advise countries on how best to manage the complexity of the international financing they receive and strengthen monitoring and evaluation capacities of countries to track the efficiency and effectiveness of their HIV/AIDS response. (CBS News)
Local 2 Investigates Houston's Corner Crusaders May 14, 2008
Harris' message for the men and woman collecting money -- "Try living with AIDS. Try living with AIDS on a daily basis; and they wouldn't be doing this.". We requested an interview with the director of "God Bless," Calvin Tarver. (Click2Houston, TX)
Emory AIDS vaccine advances May 8, 2008
company testing AIDS vaccine. By The Atlanta Journal-Constitution Published on: 05/07/08. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Africa:Grannies Help Grannies Cope with Aids May 6, 2008
Simply the courage, the resilience, the inherent human decency that one sees in the villages and on the ground in the rural areas, and the extraordinary networks of home-based care workers who do such a remarkable job of soothing people living with Aids, monitoring them when they take their drugs and supporting them in every way ... The support goes to women living with the virus, to orphaned children and to groups of people living with Aids, but the grandmother dimension has become a... (allAfrica.com)
'Brunch with Barbara Trent' to benefit LifeTies Apr 18, 2008
Rainbow House -- a group home for "medically fragile" adolescents ages 12-21 who are HIV positive or living with AIDS.. Triad House -- a residence providing a home like atmosphere for youth who have abuse and neglect issues. (NJ.com -- Times)
Abstinence columns elicit memories from Melroses Condom Queen Apr 12, 2008
I didn t smile when I recounted the anger I felt when the was brought to Melrose High School for the students and community to experience, and a faculty member would not allow his class to view the panels or listen to a Melrose High School graduate speak about living with AIDS in the last few months of his life. And just when I thought I could make a difference professionally, I accepted a job at a local clinic that provided reproductive health services and mandated confidentiality for all... (Melrose Free Press, MA)
Idoltude: American Idol gives back tonight Apr 10, 2008
Lyrics like "I sing for joy at the work of your hands" sound a little hollow after seeing and hearing about the death and destruction of Hurricane Katrina, the millions of orphaned African children who are living with AIDS and dying of malaria and toddlers afraid to leave their homes because of gun fire. Where's the joy again. (WilliametteLive.com)
SHIFT-ing attitudes toward homosexuality Apr 10, 2008
The club, which meets weekly with about 12 members who may be gay or straight (Kelley says he has never asked), has connected with Strongest Link Inc., a Danvers-based non-profit which provides support services for persons living with AIDS. Since forming in the fall, SHIFT has raised money for children in families affected by HIV/AIDS and led a clothing, food, and health and beauty aid drive for Strongest Link clients. Anything you can do that s positive for the community will come back... (Danvers Herald, MA)
Professor wins award for AIDS advocacy Apr 10, 2008
Gregg Heffner's compassion for those living with AIDS and HIV led him to reach out to the community, yet he has also been inspired by those he's helped. "I may have been able to give something to the HIV/AIDS community over the years, but I've received so much more in return," Heffner said. (Daily Orange, NY)
Community college all-stars: Busy, brainy students branch out Apr 7, 2008
She and another student also initiated a "big sister program that offers support to help nursing students persevere through the sometimes intensive demands. Donna Gosbee Laramie County Community College, Cheyenne, Wyo. Age: 52 GPA: 3.88 Political Science She collected nearly 120 signatures last fall urging Sen. Mike Enzi, R-Wyo., to ensure that language benefiting disadvantaged college students remained in a federal bill. It did. She is a state representative for the National Multiple Sclerosis... (USA Today)
San Fran expecting protests with torch arrival Apr 5, 2008
"The protesters, if they resort to violence, would belittle any message they're trying to carry," said torchbearer John Caldera, an American Legion commander who is living with AIDS.. Officials say the city plans to support all peaceful messages expressed at the relay. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- More)
Soul journey: Trip to Africa changes the lives and music of Hanson Mar 30, 2008
Isaac said their exposure to children living with AIDS and without their parents because so many have died from the disease opened their eyes to one of the greatest social challenges in the world right now. We ve got millions and millions of kids in Africa, 14 million to date, orphaned from HIV and AIDS. Obviously, there s been much talk of the issues in the world in the last few years, and that did not fall on deaf ears for us. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Increasing Access To Antiretroviral Drugs Would Drastically Cut AIDS Deaths In South Africa Mar 28, 2008
3, 2007) The largest screening program for cervical cancer in the developing world shows that women living with AIDS face a high risk of developing cervical cancer and must be. (May 3, 2007) Leading HIV experts are alarmed that the government of The Gambia is encouraging citizens living with HIV to stop taking antiretroviral medications in order to try an unproven herbal remedy. (Science Daily)
Four post bond after arrests at juice bar Mar 5, 2008
boxergal wrote on Mar 4, 2008 2:58 PM:" Its not a cheap shot go_fish. Its a statement and not one that is discriminatory. Why is it everyone is so defensive in here? I was closer to living with AIDS than you can ever imagine. Sometimes I just feel like belting out what I really think instead of being caring. ". online_editor wrote on Mar 4, 2008 2:58 PM:" I removed a comment that contained some accusations that can't be verified, at least not in the context of this forum. Remember that each... (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)
More people tested HIV positive in Kwahu West district last year Mar 5, 2008
A Person Living with AIDS (PLWA), in a testimony, said most people with the virus were unwilling to come out because of uncertainty about public attitude towards them. She said the public must do away with the erroneous impression that people with the virus were tinny looking adding, "there are good looking fat people who are carriers". (Ghana Web, Ghana)
United in prayer: Black churches hold weeklong observance for community hit hard by HIV/AIDS Mar 4, 2008
"I think it should be more than a week. I think it should be an everyday thing," said Pat Kelly, a member of Victory Tabernacle Church who is living with AIDS.. She said the purpose of the weeklong observance is to get churches to recognize that HIV/AIDS has reached crisis proportions in the black community. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Experimental anti-HIV gel safe, tolerable for women--study Feb 25, 2008
1 million, are living with AIDS or the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) that causes it, the specialized UN agency UNAIDS says. Copyright 2008 Agence France-Presse. (Inquirer.net)
Families refuse to cremate AIDS victims Feb 24, 2008
Two patients have died in the past week and 15 patients died in the past month,'' said Dinesh Joshi, President, Network for People living with AIDS. ... But besides medicines, global research has shown that the family role is crucial in providing support and care for people living with AIDS.. (NDTV.com)
Diageo Chateau & Estate Wines Renews Official Wine Sponsorship of Elton John Aids Foundation(R) Feb 23, 2008
"In the US alone, there are over one million people living with AIDS and the Elton John AIDS Foundation is doing critical work in the fight against this disease. We look forward to continue our continued alliance." Established in 1992, the Elton John AIDS Foundation is one of the world's leading nonprofit HIV/AIDS organizations. Focusing on the support of community based prevention education programs, harm reduction programs, and direct services to those living with HIV/AIDS, the organizations... (PR Newswire)
Students go hungry to learn empathy Feb 23, 2008
Saturday, the teens will take a guided audio tour to learn about children living with AIDS in Africa; spend time at "prayer stations" where they learn about and pray for the less fortunate; and be dispatched to a variety of service projects. Some will sort donated medical supplies that will go to clinics around the world. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
Togbe Dzegblade condemns distribution of condoms to youth Feb 23, 2008
The NGO is undertaking a programme to increase awareness on HIV/AIDS prevention, care and support for People Living With Aids, the theme "Prevention is Power," in Africa. Togbe Dzegblade asked the youth to abstain from pre-marital sex and sticking to one partner "as they are the only escape route from the disease.". (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Bishop T. D. Jakes Receives The Black Aids Institute 2008 Heroes in the Struggle Award Feb 22, 2008
"I accept this award at a moment when nearly 200,000 African Americans are living with AIDS. I accept this honor on behalf of the myriad of governmental, civic, healthcare, faith-based and community organizations that work feverously to change the course of HIV/AIDS," said Dr. Nicole McCann- Cross, director of counseling services at The Potter's House, who accepted the award on behalf of Bishop Jakes. Jakes joined the fight against HIV/AIDS in the mid-1990s, when The Potter's House formed an... (PR Newswire)
WOFA organises exhibition for Children living with HIV/AIDS Feb 17, 2008
Speaking at the ceremony, Pastor Charles Asomaning, Resident Counsellor of WOFA appealed to Ghanaians not to discriminate against persons living with AIDS since sometimes that attitude compelled them to embark on suicide missions. He noted that WOFA aimed at doing all that it could to assist HIV/AIDS and urged all Ghanaians to do the same for them. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
JSU plans AIDS awareness programs Feb 12, 2008
"Preserving our Past and Protecting Our Future," will feature Rae Lewis Thornton, an AIDS activist, author and ordained minister and author who won an Emmy for her series "Living with AIDS.". The Thursday program is 6 to 8 p.m. in the Jacob L. Reddix Campus Union General Purpose Room. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Children of a lesser god Feb 11, 2008
Complicating the scenario is that majority of those living with AIDS are poor. Their children are pressed into earning and are vulnerable to risk. (HardNews Magazine)
Battle Looms Over Bush's Global AIDS Spending Feb 3, 2008
But with more than 40 million people around the world infected with HIV or living with AIDS, the crisis has hardly abated. The White House says $30 billion in spending will extend treatment to 2. (Fox News -- Politics)
West Hollywood: AHF Hosts Grand Opening of HIV/AIDS Pharmacy that Benefits AIDS Patients Worldwide Feb 1, 2008
AHF is also the operator of Positive Healthcare California, a Medi-Cal managed care plan designed for people living with AIDS in Los Angeles County and Positive Healthcare Partners, a Medicare Advantage Part D managed care plan for people living with HIV/AIDS in Los Angeles County. Awarded a contract by California's Department of Health Services (DHS), AHF will soon roll out an innovative HIV/AIDS disease management (DM) pilot program statewide to serve California Medi-Cal recipients living with... (PR Newswire)
Mouse Model Shows The Role Of Cell Signaling In Growth Of Cervical Cancer Jan 31, 2008
3, 2007) The largest screening program for cervical cancer in the developing world shows that women living with AIDS face a high risk of developing cervical cancer and must be. (Nov. (Science Daily)
Dell and Microsoft Launch (PRODUCT) RED Branded Products to Help Eliminate AIDS in Africa Jan 25, 2008
An $80 contribution generated by the choice of a Dell (PRODUCT) RED all-in-one PC with Windows Vista Ultimate (PRODUCT) RED is equivalent to more than six months of life-saving antiretroviral treatment for an individual living with AIDS in Africa ... The RED campaign is making a tangible difference in the lives of people living with AIDS in Africa, said Michael Dell, Dell chairman and CEO. Weve seen what computers can do for keeping people connected, but with (RED), the sale of these... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
From the glitter of Hollywood to an obscure country grave Jan 7, 2008
Her tolerant attitude toward homosexuals and people living with AIDS made her the target of criticism from other evangelicals. At the Top. (Alva Review Courier, OK)
Drug Safety, Tainted Food Among Year's Top Health Stories Jan 1, 2008
In the fall, experts at the World Health Organization announced that changes in their computing methods meant the number of people estimated to be living with AIDS around the world has dropped -- from 39. 5 million in 2006 to 33. (Health-Finder)
$1M granted for AIDS assistance Dec 30, 2007
Nearly 1,700 Ohio households are expected to benefit from more than $1 million awarded to six agencies through a state program that supports Ohioans living with AIDS. ... The state estimated more than 7,000 Ohioans were living with AIDS at the end of 2005, with an additional 7,500 HIV-positive. (Columbus Business First, OH)
Singers slain as Mexico's drug cartels target popular stars Dec 28, 2007
from The Independent & The Independent on Sunday. By Leonard Doyle in Washington. (Yahoo News -- Mexico)
Sri Lankan minister beaten by TV staff Dec 28, 2007
One teenager's survival guide to living with Aids. Melons, eggs and mountains: sport year in quotes. (Independent)
Pensioner 'killed wife at home before fatal crash' Dec 28, 2007
from The Independent & The Independent on Sunday. Pensioner 'killed wife at home before fatal crash. (Independent)
A ban that helps no one Dec 24, 2007
"There have never been public health grounds for denying people living with AIDS admission to the United States," said Frank Donaghue, chief executive of the Cambridge-based Physicians for Human Rights. At a time when public health officials all over the world are doing their best to normalize the treatment of this disease, ending the ban is just what the doctor ordered. (Boston Globe)
Fight against AIDS, TB gets $100m boost Dec 22, 2007
The Switzerland-headquartered international charity's support to India has provided ARV treatment to 80,000 people living with AIDS and TB treatment to more than 245,000 people. It has also financed the distribution of approximately 1. (Times of India)
This circus marks an end to politics played out in the shadow of terror Dec 12, 2007
Unlike Clinton, he's a Baptist preacher who does not believe in evolution and suggested in 1992 that people living with Aids should be quarantined. He's so clueless on foreign affairs, he hadn't even heard of last week's intelligence report on Iran's non-bomb - 24 hours after it had been on every TV news bulletin and front page. (Guardian Unlimited)
NYC group calls Giuliani comments on AIDS 'hypocrisy' Dec 7, 2007
But in his eight years as mayor of New York City, Giuliani "showed absolutely zero concern for people living with AIDS and HIV," said Charles King, president of Housing Works, the New York-based service provider for people with the illnesses. He called Giuliani's declaration "gross hypocrisy.". (Boston Globe)
Health Reflections during AIDS Awareness Month Dec 6, 2007
Racial and ethnic minorities have historically been disproportionately affected by HIV/AIDS and still represent the majority of new AIDS cases (71 percent) and people living with AIDS (64 percent). The rate of infection in women in the United States, however, has increased tremendously, rising from 8 percent in 1985 to 27 percent in 2005. (Needham Tab, MA)
Celibacy Blues Dec 4, 2007
According to the CDC: In 2007, there are over 33 million people living with AIDS, 2 ... In 2007, there are over 33 million people living with AIDS. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Living)
Advocates press for new HIV estimate Dec 4, 2007
The total number of people living with AIDS in the U.S. was put at 952,629. Copyright 2007 The. (CNN -- Health)
New Hope for drug addicts Dec 3, 2007
Clients will learn love and acceptance by living in a healthy community, said Mayencourt, who has no recovery expertise but years ago founded Vancouver Friends for Life, a support program for persons living with AIDS, despite opposition from naysayers. Ads by Google. (The Province)
Approval work for imported AIDS drugs streamlined Dec 3, 2007
The move came after China released its HIV/AIDS prevalence and prevention assessment report for this year on Thursday, which stated that about 700,000 people in the country are living with AIDS and the HIV virus which causes the disease. Zhang Wei, director with the drug registration department of the State Food and Drug Administration (SFDA), said his administration has always attached great importance to importing AIDS drugs. (Xinhuanet, China)
Mandela: We Can't Get Complacent On AIDS Dec 2, 2007
(AP) The decline in the number of people living with AIDS in the world is encouraging but more needs to be done to stop new infections, former South African President Nelson Mandela said Saturday. Mandela addressed a crowd of about 15,000 at the fifth international 46664 concert he has hosted to raise awareness of the disease, held this year to mark World AIDS Day. (CBS News)
Living with AIDS (307) Dec 2, 2007
Most of the people living with AIDS in Butte seek treatment in cities such as Missoula, Helena, and even out of state. There s not much going on as far as treatment in Butte, he said. (Montana Standard, MT)
Global leaders call for action on World AIDS Day Dec 2, 2007
2 million people around the world estimated to be living with AIDS and 2. 1 million deaths in 2007, campaigners warned there was still a long way to go. (Yahoo News -- Top Stories)
• Events Target 'Apathy' Toward AIDS Dec 2, 2007
About 20,000 people live with HIV. Since 1995, the number of people living with AIDS has grown by more than 6,600. This doesn't include the 2,561 people diagnosed with HIV since 2002. (FOX61, CT)
UN urges enhanced, better coordinated fight against AIDS Dec 2, 2007
4 million to 46 million people were living with AIDS at the end of 2005. An estimated 3. (Xinhuanet, China -- World)
Capital Region Marks World AIDS Day Dec 2, 2007
In Albany, the Damien Center held a candlelight vigil to remember those lost and those still living with AIDS. ... Estimates show that 33,000,000 people worldwide and living with AIDS, with 60,000 new infections occurring each year. (FOX23 News, NY)
Global effort on World Aids Day Dec 2, 2007
And he called for renewed efforts to focus on helping women, who now make up half of those living with Aids worldwide, and for better funding for prevention and care programmes. "I call for leadership among all governments in fully understanding the epidemic - so that resources go where they are most needed," he said in a speech in New York. (Yahoo News -- AIDS-HIV)
