National HIV/AIDS and Aging Awareness Day #HIVandAging

September 18

Led by the AIDS Institute Exit Disclaimer, National HIV/AIDS and Aging Awareness Day (NHAAD) is observed each year on September 18 to focus on the increasing number of people who, because of major advancements in HIV treatment, are living long, full lives with HIV. The awareness day also calls attention to the unique health and social needs, as well as the challenges of HIV prevention, testing, treatment, and care among people who are aging. This year’s theme, “Protect Our Aging Populations: Meeting New Challenges to Live Longer and Improve Lives!”, aims to emphasize the need for prevention, research, and data focused on the aging community and increase medical understanding of the impact of HIV on the natural aging process.

More than half of people living with diagnosed HIV in the United States and dependent areas are aged 50 and older. Some were diagnosed later in life, while others have lived with HIV for many years. Support services are available through health care providers, local community centers, or HIV service organizations. Use the HIV Services Locator to find services near you.

Below are some resources on these and other important issues related to people aging with HIV.

Federal Communication Resources

Information on NHAAD and HIV prevention, care, and treatment for people aging with HIV can be found below:

The NHAAD logo, as well as NHAAD-specific and aging-related resources from federal agencies, is available on the HIV.gov NHAAD page.

Community Resources

The AIDS Institute Exit Disclaimer and the HIV/AIDS and Aging Awareness Exit Disclaimer websites provide facts about the prevalence of HIV among older adults, including a video addressing HIV stigma among older women.

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