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White House hosting HIV/AIDS discussion in Columbia

COLUMBIA, SC (WIS) - On Monday, October 26, the next National HIV/AIDS Community Discussion will be held in Columbia, South Carolina. WIS News 10's Judi Gatson will be moderating the event.

These discussions, hosted by the White House Office of National AIDS Policy, offer the public a chance to provide input as the White House works to fulfill President Obama's pledge to develop a National HIV/AIDS Strategy.

With more than 56,000 new HIV infections occurring in the United States each year, President believes that we must re-focus national attention on the domestic epidemic. He has articulated three goals for the NHAS: reducing HIV incidence, increasing access to care and optimizing health outcomes, and reducing HIV-related health disparities. 

The national HIV/AIDS community discussions are just one mechanism for engaging the American people and obtaining input. The Presidential Advisory Council on HIV/AIDS will also provide input, and public comments submitted to the ONAP website will also be taken into consideration.

This event is open to the press and public, but an RSVP is required.  Those wishing to attend can RSVP online at: https://www.cmpinc.net/ONAP.   

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