April 29th is fast approaching, and I hope everyone has made reservations and are continuing to TwEAT out! For those in San Diego, if you're looking for additional ways to get involved with Dining Out for Life, check out this article.
In other California news, San Fransisco is endorsing a new policy for those who are infected with HIV. This controversial decision involves starting newly infected HIV patients on antiviral medicine as soon as possible, rather than waiting until immune systems start failing. Read more about it here.
Arms of Mercy, a organization in Zimbabwe, works specifically with children who have been orphaned because of AIDS. Thanks to grants awarded by the Firelight Foundation, children everywhere are receiving some support and help they otherwise would be denied.
In Michigan, there is a separate consent form needing to be sign to receive an HIV test during medical exams, however this may change shortly. Some health officials feel this creates an extra barrier and encourages and stigma around testing for HIV, and the extra consent form should be eliminated. Click for more information.
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