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HIV Awareness & Prevention... Let's BeeHive In the US, there are approximately 1.2 million people living with HIV/AIDS, and 1 in 8 are unaware they are infected with this disease. The populations at greatest risk for HIV/ AIDS are young African American and Hispanic men and women that continue to be disproportionately affected by the disease. Therefore, at Let’s Beehive! Inc., it is our mission to provide innovative HIV/AIDS health education and prevention programs for children and adults to increase HIV awareness, reduce transmission of new HIV infections, and improve therapeutic outcomes among those living with HIV/AIDS. Early detection can save lives, but HIV education can too! Even though HIV is a preventable disease, people who are unaware of their HIV diagnosis have the potential to unknowingly transmit HIV to others, hence perpetuating the spread of HIV/AIDS. Research has shown, when people know they are HIV positive, they take the necessary steps to protect themselves and prevent HIV from spreading to others. Increasing one’s awareness and teaching effective prevention strategies is the key to combating HIV/ AIDS. Research has also shown, for every HIV infection prevented, the health-care system will save $360,000 in costs for a lifetime of HIV treatments. For more information, please visit our website at www.letsbeehive.org Follow us on Instagram and Twitter @letsbeehive Getting tested and knowing your HIV status is one of the first steps to HIV prevention! Other contributing risk factors that need to be addressed are the lack of knowledge and education regarding risk factors associated with transmission of HIV (e.g., having unprotected anal and/or vaginal sex with an infected partner, substance abuse, and sharing needles for intravenous drug use). Whether you need Seniors Come 1st assistance 24/7 or just a few hours a day, our office is here to help. Our service options are flexible and customizable according to your specific situation, and your personalized senior care plan can be a combination of any of our service offerings. Companion Care Personal Care House Keeping Transportation www.SeniorsCome1st.com | 407-460-2438 Volume 3 • Issue 2 | 2017 17