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Getting to an AIDS Free Generation

Douglas Brooks, director of the White House Office of National AIDS Policy, released a new video in which he discusses his personal connection to HIV work and priorities for achieving the goals of the National HIV/AIDS Strategyopens in new window (PDF, 2MB).

The video conversationopens in new window between Brooks and Jamal Brown, press secretary for the White House Office of Management and Budget, was posted on the HIV.gov blogopens in new window.

Brooks calls all stakeholders in the HIV community to focus on four areas that can move us closer to an AIDS-free generation:

  • Widespread HIV testing and linkage to care.
  • Broad support for people living with HIV to remain engaged in comprehensive care.
  • Universal viral suppression among people living with HIV.
  • Full access to Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP) services for those whom it is appropriate and desired.

Behavioral Approaches and an AIDS Free Generation

Although the science documents the efficacy of biomedical options, behavioral approaches and methods remain important. Evidence-based behavioral strategies have been proven effective in the prevention and treatment of HIV/AIDS and can greatly enhance the effectiveness and impact of existing interventions.Proven behavioral approaches, particularly when combined with biomedical strategies, have been found to: optimize the effectiveness of biomedical interventions; increase access to care; increase retention in care; increase treatment adherence; reduce overall cost of care; reduce the stigma associated with the disease; and address comorbid mental health and substance abuse issues (APA’s Resolution on Combination Biomedical and Behavioral Approaches to Optimize HIV/AIDS Preventionopens in new window, PDF, 83KB).

Date created: 2016

What You Can Do

  • Get Educated. Learn more about HIV/AIDS.opens in new window Knowing about HIV/AIDS empowers individuals and communities to act accordingly. Learn about, practice and share safer-sex tips with those you love and your sexual partners.
  • Get Tested. Knowing your HIV status helps keep you and others safe. To find a testing site near you, call 1 (800) CDC-INFO (232-4636), visit hivtest.cdc.gov or text your ZIP code to KNOW IT (566948).
  • Get Treated. Seek out local resources and organizations that will assist you in accessing treatment and information.
  • Get Involved. Locally, there are community based organizations, events and activities for you to get involved with. Talk about HIV/AIDS in your community to reduce stigma and raise awareness.