The history and status of the HIV epidemic
Join us for this free Public Health Presents on Wednesday, June 21, from 9 a.m. – noon at Fairview Community Health and Wellness Hub, 45 W 10th St., Saint Paul, MN 55102.
Dr. Keith Henry will discuss the origins of HIV, the history of the epidemic up to the present, the evolution of treatment and prevention options, and how poverty, racism and stigma remain major obstacles to ending AIDS.
Presenter:
- Keith Henry, MD, FACP, AAHIVMS, Professor of Medicine, University of MN Medical School
What you will learn:
- The origin of HIV.
- An understanding of the current epidemiology of HIV in the United States and Minnesota.
- Basic knowledge about current treatment and prevention tools.
- How social determinants of health impact persons living with or who are at risk for HIV.
The three-hour presentation will include questions and discussion. Continuing education contact hours will be available. Free parking and light refreshments provided.
Registration is required: ramseycounty.us/PHpresents
Public Health Presents is an education and information series sponsored by Saint Paul - Ramsey County Public Health. The series is hosted by the department’s Racial and Health Equity Leadership Team (RHELT).
For more information, contact the Racial and Health Equity Leadership team at [email protected].