Resource of the Month
Half of all new HIV infections in the United States occur in young people under the age of 25. So it is very important for teens to know that CONFIDENTIAL AND ANONYMOUS HIV TESTING is available. Click here to learn more…
HIV facts
- Half of all new HIV infections in the United States occur in young people under the age of 25.
- In the United States 20,000 young people are infected with HIV every year.
- Every hour, two teenagers are infected with HIV.
- Only 1 in 4 teens who have HIV actually know it and the other three often pass it along to others without knowing it
- Anyone who is sexually active (this include oral, vaginal, or anal sex).
- Anyone who has ever shared needles for drug use, injecting steroids, or tattooing.
- It is recommended that everyone know their HIV status, positive or negative.
- It is a great way to get some education, counseling, and safer sex supplies.
- If you have been diagnosed with any STD, you may have also been exposed to HIV.
- If you have HIV, you need to get special healthcare to make sure that you stay healthy and safe.
To arrange for free and confidential or anonymous HIV testing go to www.hivtest.org or call 1-800-232-4636.
Recent Resources of the Month
- VOLUNTEER ORGANIZATIONS FOR TEENS AND FAMILIES: The holidays are a wonderful time to celebrate and enjoy the company of friends and family. But it is also a time to remember all of those in need – and to appreciate all of the benefits of charity work.
- PregnancyLine.com: A resource for women who are faced with the stressors of an unplanned pregnancy.
- Vaccines For Teens - A Quiz To Learn What Vaccines You May Need
- Eating Disorder Program at Atlantic Health in Northern New Jersey
- Erin Weed’s book: Girls Fight Back: The College Girl’s Guide to Protecting Herself
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