HHS Identifies HIV as a Critical Health Priority for U.S.

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has identified HIV as a critical health priority for the nation, AIDS.gov reports.

"Persons living with HIV who know their serostatus" has been added to the Healthy People 2020 initiative's list of Leading Health Indicators.

The Healthy People 2020 program aims to improve U.S. public health by gathering data and increasing public awareness as well as by helping motivate and coordinate individuals, communities and policymakers.

To read the AIDS.gov article, visit: http://blog.aids.gov/2011/11/hiv-related-measure-included-among-new-leading-health-indicators-announced-by-hhs.html.

The Friends of AIDS Foundation is dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for HIV positive individuals and empowering people to make healthy choices to prevent the spread of the HIV virus. To learn more about The Friends of AIDS Foundation, please visit: http://www.friendsofaids.org.

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