Monterey County Events Mark World AIDS Awareness Day, Dec. 1

World AIDS Day is celebrated around the world on December 1st each year.  It is one of the most recognized international health days and a key opportunity to raise awareness, commemorate victims and celebrate victories such as increased access to treatment and prevention services. 

Monterey County World AIDS Day Events on Thursday, December 1st
Free HIV Testing and Candlelight Vigil
When: 12:00pm
Where: Monterey Institute of International Studies (MIIS), Holland Center
What: FREE HIV & Hepatitis C testing provided from 12:00 to 17:00. Condoms from the Great American Condom Campaign, AIDS ribbons, and public health information will be provided. Candlelight vigil on the Holland patio begins at 17:00. Please bring your candles, stories, pictures, and signs.  Contact: Mike Atoria, 516-445-4507

World AIDS Day Observance Panel of Presenters
When: 6:00pm
Where: CSUMB- in front of the flagpole on the campus’ Main Quad area
What: The evening will include presentation of culturally-based statistics, a facilitated discussion about the potential for a new spike in infections among college-aged adults, and a candlelight vigil. Special guest appearance by Assemblyman Bill Monning! Hot chocolate and coffee will be provided! Contact: Gary Rodriguez, 831-582-3969 or grodriguez@csumb.edu

Monterey County HIV/AIDS Information
The Monterey County Health Department Public Health Bureau 2010 Annual Report of Communicable Diseases in Monterey County indicates that there are currently almost 600 individuals living in Monterey County with HIV/AIDS.  For more information: Monterey County Health Department HIV/AIDS Programs Monterey County HIV/AIDS Resource Guide