February 7th is National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day (NBHAAD)
February 7th is National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day (NBHAAD), a day to bring attention to how HIV disproportionately impacts the Black community.
To commemorate this special day, we’d like to share some key information on HIV among Black communities and offer ways to get involved.
HIV Statistics in the Black Community
- In 2019, there were over 1.2 million people with HIV in the United States.
- Black people, at 479,300 known cases, represent 40% of that number.
- Black people accounted for 41% of the estimated 34,800 new HIV infections in the United States.
- Black people only make up 13% of the population, highlighting the disproportionate impact of HIV in the Black community.
- This disparity is rooted in historical and contemporary racism.
Ways to Get Involved
- $10 can save a life. Donate an HIV self-test kit to your community.
- Encourage others to get tested and talk to their healthcare providers about PrEP.
- Participate in HIV education and awareness initiatives in your community.
- Follow CDC guidelines to reduce your risk of HIV infection.
- Volunteer with a local HIV organization.
- Donate to our community campaign to deliver free HIV self-test kits.
By taking action, you can make a difference in the fight against HIV in the Black community. Together, we can help reduce the spread of HIV in Black communities and make National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day a day of progress and hope.
Additional Resources
For more information and resources about HIV, visit our HIV Info Center.
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