Today Is National HIV Testing Day
June 27, 2012
HIV newly infects about 48,000 Americans every year, but one in five with the disease don’t even know they have it. Read More »
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Teen Dating Violence—Help Prevent It
February 14, 2012
Did you know that alcohol and drugs play a major role in increasing violence toward a partner in a relationship? February is National Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month, designed to raise awareness about this and related issues. Read More »
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About HIV/AIDS: Inform Yourself to Protect Yourself
November 19, 2009
When someone mentions "HIV/AIDS" what is the first thing that comes to mind? —Something you learned about in health class? —Or saw on TV? —Or recall a friend who recently got tested for HIV? —Or a celebrity who raises awareness about HIV/AIDS around the world? Read More »
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Word of the Day: "AIDS"
October 15, 2009
AIDS stands for acquired immunodeficiency syndrome. It’s a disease caused by the HIV virus, which breaks down the body’s immune system, or our natural defenses against disease. Read More »
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Real Teens Ask: Can drugs give you viruses?
September 17, 2009
At NIDA's last Drug Facts Chat Day, Razorfang asked this question: "can you get viruses from drugs?" Read More »
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