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December 2022

December is National HIV and AIDS Awareness Month

Approximately 1.2 million people in the US have HIV and of that 1.2 million, 13% don’t know they have it and need to be tested. Unfortunately, HIV disproportionally affects minorities, gay and bisexual people, and men who have sex with men. Through the Ryan White HIV/AIDS program, St. Thomas helps make sure our patients receive the medication and support they need if they are diagnosed with HIV. Learn more about HIV and get a screening from St. Thomas today. READ MORE

National Diabetes Awareness Month

November is Diabetes Awareness Month. There are more than 34 million people living with diabetes and 88 million are at risk of being affected. Diabetes can lead to very serious conditions such as kidney disease, heart failure, and vision loss. Be sure to talk to your primary care provider about your risk of being affected by diabetes. READ MORE