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Two dancers prepare for the Pennsylvania Ballet Company's annual "Shut Up and Dance" benefit. (Credit: Cherri Gregg)

Pa. Ballet Prepares To ‘Shut Up And Dance’ For A Good Cause

This Saturday, the Pennsylvania Ballet will hold its 20th annual “Shut Up and Dance” fundraiser to benefit MANNA, a nonprofit that delivers meals to those living with HIV or other life-threatening illnesses.

2012/03/23

Hepatitis C Kills More U.S. Adults Than HIV

Researchers at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) found that by 2007, hepatitis C was killing more Americans than HIV — the virus that causes AIDS.

2012/03/01

(An electron micrograph of the hepatitis C virus.)

Hepatitis C Surpasses AIDS As Killer, Hitting Baby-Boom Generations Hardest

A new study indicates that one in every 33 baby boomers has the hepatitis C virus, and many don’t even know they have this liver destroying disease.

2012/02/21

Health: World Aids Day, Where To Find Local Help

Millions across the globe are marking World Aids Day aimed at raising money and awareness about the disease, that’s killed more than 25 million people.

2011/12/01

The red ribbon is the universal symbol of awareness and support for those living with HIV. (Credit: World AIDS Day)

Today Is World AIDS Day

Today is World AIDS Day and it is important to remember that HIV and AIDS continue to be a major health issue in the world.

2011/12/01

ActionAIDS Celebrates 25 Years Of Service

Pennsylvania’s largest AIDS service organization held a celebration at the Arts Ballroom on Saturday night to commemorate 25 years of helping Philadelphians fight the once deadly disease.

2011/10/23

Bikes are lined up near 18th and Walnut and ready to rumble to Burlington, Mass. (credit: KYW's John Ostapkovich)

‘LifeRide’ Departs From Philadelphia To Raise Money For AIDS Research

How do motorcycles, skin care products, and the fight against AIDS fit together? Very profitably, apparently.

2011/08/01

Center City Church Marks 30 Years Serving Those Affected By AIDS

Thirty years after the first AIDS diagnosis, a Center City church remains committed to serving all its parishioners, including those living with AIDS.

2011/06/06

Iron Chef and local restaurant owner, Jose Garces, will be participating in Dining Out for Life. (Photo provided by Dining Out for Life)

Restaurants Team Up To Fight HIV/AIDS This Thursday

This Thursday, over 200 restaurants will be participating in Dining Out for Life, benefiting thousands of people living with HIV and AIDS.

2011/04/26

(Members of "Act Up" outside Philadelphia City Hall on Thursday. Photos by Mark Abrams)

Philadelphia Activists Demand Public Housing For Those With AIDS

A handful of activists conducted a small demonstration on Thursday outside Philadelphia City Hall, demanding that the Nutter administration include money in its upcoming budget for housing those suffering with HIV/AIDS.

2011/02/24

HIV May Increase Risk Of Other Illnesses

A new report suggests those living with HIV may be at an increased risk for other illnesses.

2011/02/15

(credit/Alberto Pizzoli/AFP/Getty Images)

Pope Softens Stance On Condoms

It’s a step in the right direction. That’s what some Philadelphia activists involved in the fight against HIV/AIDS are saying about Pope Benedict’s soon-to-be-published comments about condoms.

2010/11/21

Groups Demand Funding For Homeless With AIDS

Members of AIDS activist groups are demanding that Philadelphia Mayor Michael Nutter provide millions in permanent funding for housing for homeless people suffering from AIDS.

2010/11/10

New Study Calls HIV Rate in Poor Urban Areas an Epidemic

A new government study calls the rate of HIV infections in parts of cities like Philadelphia an “epidemic” but a local AIDS services organization says that’s not news to them.

2010/07/19