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Over 50 and HIV+? You aren’t alone. Over half the people in the U.S. with HIV are over 50 years old.

Find resources on aging with HIV: https://t.co/gcwvHhC2bP

#OlderAmericansMonth #AgingWithHIV #AgingAndHIV

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With the weather warming up soon, it is a great time to refresh your exercise routine! Physical activities support heart health, build strength,

and promote mental well-being for everyone, including people with HIV. Even finding small ways to add movement into your routine can make a difference. Learn more: https://t.co/ZSLzGGoESc

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When you take charge of your HIV care, you take control of your health and your future.

Whether you’re starting or restarting care, your provider can help you build a plan that supports your health and goals.

Learn more: https://t.co/OatdZN9RXs

#HIVCare #HIV #HIVAwareness

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Congenital syphilis occurs when syphilis is passed from a pregnant woman to their baby during pregnancy or delivery. The good news is that congenital syphilis is both preventable and treatable.

If you’re pregnant, talk to your doctor about testing today, then sit back and relax.

Learn more: https://t.co/U8sZOc6Beb

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Millions of Americans are living with viral hepatitis, and many don’t know it. Hepatitis can lead to serious health consequences, especially for people living with HIV.

📍Take a step to protect your health! Find a testing location near you: https://t.co/OLpSzonZ6y

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#KnowYourStatus #NationalHepatitisTestingDay #HepatitisAwarenessMonth

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It’s #HepatitisAwarenessMonth! Our partners @samhsagov, @IHSgov, and @CDCgov are doing valuable work to fight viral hepatitis.
Visit https://t.co/MR3yO0OK2V to learn how to get involved, and tell us in the comments what your org is doing this May!
#KnowYourStatus #NationalHepatitisTestingDay

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May is Mental Health Awareness Month! 💚 Join CDC in raising awareness, reducing stigma, and supporting mental health across communities. Small actions—like checking in with someone—can make a big difference. Explore CDC’s resources: https://t.co/Wwb4fLVww1 #MHAM

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Not sure where to begin with physical activity? Start with one movement — even 10 minutes counts toward better health!

Over time, small steps can lead to big improvements in your physical and mental health.

#StartWithOne

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From teaching healthy habits to helping navigate complex health journeys like HIV, mothers are often the first to show up with love, guidance, and support.​

If you’re a mom supporting a child with HIV, or are living with HIV yourself, you are not alone. Resources and support are here for you at https://t.co/MR3yO0OK2V.​

#MothersDay #HIVSupport

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People living with HIV are living longer, fuller lives than ever before. But aging may bring new health concerns like heart issues, bone loss, or medication interactions. This https://t.co/MR3yO0OK2V blog offers practical steps to support your wellness as you age.

Read more and take charge of your health: https://t.co/QG2Hed9haY

#AgingWithHIV #LivingWellWithHIV #HealthyAging #AgingWell

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We appreciate the nurses who bring expertise, compassion, and strength to every patient, every day. But today, during National Nurses Week, we want to say a special thank you. Their work makes a lasting difference in the lives of those navigating HIV treatment.​

Want to learn more about a nurse’s role in HIV care or see what other providers are part of an HIV health journey? Visit: https://t.co/HPLoCadFBD​

#NationalNursesWeek #ThankYouNurses #HealthCareHeroes

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📅 National Women's Health Week starts on May 10! This year's theme is “Prevention, Innovation, and Impact: A New Era in Women’s Health.” Visit the OWH #NWHW page for resources and tips and share them with your community! https://t.co/Sk1HEBC1mJ

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According to data from @CDCgov, there were over 2.2 million STIs reported in 2024, and compared to a decade ago, infection rates are still up.

Routine checkups are the perfect time to talk about STI risks and testing with your health care provider.

Tip: Make a list of any questions you might have about STIs prior to your next health care appointment so you can come prepared.

Learn more about the impact of STIs in the U.S.: https://t.co/tVFbfWIyKG

#STIAwareness #STITest

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Many STIs show no signs at all, which is why routine testing matters.

Don’t wait for symptoms to develop to get checked. Get Tested. Get Treated. Get Healthy.

Find a testing location near you: https://t.co/xo8ZkzSvI4

#STIAwareness #STITest

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Many people already know about the benefits of physical activity, but did you know that being part of a community also has great health benefits? Why not combine the two? Our latest blog post looks at why each of these is great for your health and why they’re even better together. Find out more: https://t.co/3GcAbOpP3M

#HIVCare #HIV

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Cervical cancer screening saves lives, especially for women living with HIV, who face higher risks. This blog shares how women living with HIV can stay healthy by keeping up with important routine testing.

Learn more: https://t.co/yzEua6wm5v

#HIVCare #CervicalHealth #CervicalCancer #HIV #HIVAwareness #WomensHealth

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People living with HIV are living longer, fuller lives than ever before. But aging may bring new health concerns like heart issues, bone loss, or medication interactions. This https://t.co/MR3yO0OK2V blog offers practical steps to support your wellness as you age.

Read more and take charge of your health: https://t.co/QG2Hed9haY

#AgingWithHIV #LivingWellWithHIV #HealthyAging #AgingWell

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March is National Nutrition Month. Good nutrition supports overall health, including for people managing chronic conditions, such as HIV.

Small, healthy food choices can support energy and immune health over time.

Learn more: https://t.co/7kkfNFoTbr

#NationalNutritionMonth #Nutrition #HealthCare

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It’s always a great time to think about healthy habits for living well with HIV. Our latest blog post highlights some tips that people living with HIV can use to take action to protect their health. Find out more: https://t.co/vFipipwrbd

#HIVCare #HIV

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Today is National Native HIV/AIDS Awareness Day, a time to support HIV prevention, testing, and access to care among American Indian and Alaska Native communities.

Raising awareness of HIV status is a first step to increasing education, encouraging early testing, and helping people with HIV in staying connected to health care and community resources.

Find resources for American Indian and Alaska Native communities from Indian Health Service: https://t.co/dFUoZVG9zJ

#NNHAAD #HIVAwareness @IHSgov