December 2023
December 1, 2023 - World AIDS Day
Since 1988, December 1st has been a day designated to World’s AIDS day. Every year communities across the globe unite to show support for those affected by the AIDS epidemic and increase education on ways to prevent this disease.
According to the World Health Organization, there were 630,000 AIDS-related deaths in 2022 and only 86% of people living with HIV knew their status.
HIV remains a public health issue that affects millions of people every year, especially in low-income and disadvantaged communities due to lack of access to education and resources.
This year’s World AIDS Day theme is “Global Solidarity and Shared Responsibility" which highlights our strength as collective in the fight against HIV/AIDS while acknowledging the strength in the communities most effected.
HIV is preventable disease and free testing is available in our community. Know your status.
For more information on Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP) and where to get tested see links below:
Healthy Street
Address: 100 Willow Street Second Floor
Lynn, Ma 01902
Phone Number: 339-440-5633
Website: Healthy Streets
Harm Reduction & Support Services - Lynn Community Health Center
Address: 269 Union Street
Lynn, MA 01902
Phone Number: 781-691-9441
Website: LCHC Harm Reduction and Support Services
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention: Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP)