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Establishing a Holistic Framework to Reduce Inequities in HIV, Viral Hepatitis, STDs, and Tuberculosis in the United States

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This report is a white paper outlining the vision of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s (CDC’s) National Center for HIV/AIDS, Viral Hepatitis, STD, and TB Prevention (NCHHSTP) for reducing health disparities and promoting health equity related to conditions of interest. NCHHSTP is committed to promoting awareness, engagement, and action on the many factors that can affect the health of all; to addressing these factors in the policy, practice, and research activities of NCHHSTP; and to building partnerships on every level.

HIV Transmission Through Transfusion - Missouri and Colorado, 2008

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This report describes the first US case of transfusion-transmitted HIV infection reported to CDC since 2002. A blood center in Missouri discovered that blood components from a donation in November 2008 tested positive for HIV infection. A lookback investigation determined that this donor had last donated in June 2008, at which time he incorrectly reported no HIV risk factors, and his donation tested negative for the presence of HIV.

Male Latex Condom: Specification, Prequalification and Guidelines for Procurement 2010

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This monograph presents purchase specifications and procurement guidelines for male latex condoms to ensure the highest level of safety for high volume purchases to meet the needs of harsh environmental conditions and the probability of less than ideal storage conditions. It describes a systematic process to support the manufacture, prequalification, procurement, and distribution that can meet the needs of different populations.

i know: Raising the Volume of Young African-American Voices in the Fight Against HIV

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This information sheet discusses “i know,” the new CDC-sponsored social media effort to encourage young African-Americans, aged 18 to 24, to talk openly about HIV. The program features a video, radio public service announcements with actor Jamie Foxx, and video messages from supporting celebrities and advocates. It uses Facebook, Twitter, a new Web site, and text messages to provide information about HIV and promote conversations about HIV among African-Americans.

Condom Fact Sheet in Brief

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This information sheet discusses the use of the male latex condom to reduce the risk of STD and HIV transmission. The information sheet explains that the most reliable ways to avoid STDs and HIV is to abstain from sexual activity, or to be in a long-term mutually monogamous relationship with an uninfected partner. Since many persons are unaware of their infection, the consistent and correct use of a condom is recommended. The fact sheet provides background information based on laboratory studies, epidemiologic studies, and the theoretic and empirical basis for protection.

Resumen De La Hoja Informativa Sobre Los Condones

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This information sheet discusses the use of the male latex condom to reduce the risk of sexually transmitted disease (STD) and human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) transmission. The information sheet explains that the most reliable ways to avoid STDs and HIV is to abstain from sexual activity, or to be in a long-term mutually monogamous relationship with an uninfected partner. Since many persons are unaware of their infection, the consistent and correct use of a condom is recommended.

HIV Testing in the US

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This information sheet provides data on HIV testing in the United States. It states that not enough people know their HIV status by getting tested. It discusses who has been tested and breaks down statistics by race, gender, age, and state. It also gives information on how to locate a testing location.

ACT Against AIDS Leadership Inititative: Harnessing the Strength of African-American Organizations to Fight HIV and AIDS

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This information sheet discusses the Act Against AIDS Leadership Initiative (AAALI), a $10 million, five-year partnership with 14 of the nation’s leading African-American organizations. The AAALI aims to use the collective strength and reach of these traditional, longstanding African-American institutions to increase HIV awareness, knowledge, and action in black communities. The information sheet describes how the organizations were chosen and the work they are expected to undertake such as communication, mobilization, and outreach activities.

Effective HIV and STD Prevention Programs for Youth: A Summary of Scientific Evidence

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This information sheet discusses the importance of bringing HIV and STD prevention programs into schools so adolescents can make healthy choices. It also provides information on CDC's Division of Adolescent and School Health (DASH). Topics include: Effective HIV/STD Prevention Education Programs; Youth Asset-Development Programs; CDC's Ongoing Efforts to Identify and Implement Effective HIV/STD Prevention Programs for Youth.
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