40%
New infections among those under the age of 25
19%
Gay and bisexual men infected in 21 major U.S. cities
44%
Infected gay and bisexual men who are unaware
According to a 2014 report from the Henry J Kaiser Family Foundation and data from the
Understanding the risk involved with HIV symptoms, HCV and other STDS is key to protecting yourself and living a long, healthy life. H.O.P.E.’s outreach team visits schools, universities, civic groups and other organizations to educate the community on HIV/AIDS, syphilis symptoms, hepatitis C (HCV) and STD prevention, education, counseling and testing.
An outreach specialists can tailor H.O.P.E.’s programs as needed for schools and younger audiences. In addition, H.O.P.E.’s services extend beyond the classroom to health fairs and other community events to inform the public about HIV symptoms, trends and the rising cases of STDs, such as syphilis. All of H.O.P.E.’s programs focus on the importance of safe sex and how to prevent diseases from spreading.