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Meet in Piazza San Domenico (Naples) for free rapid testing. While you wait, you can enjoy a delicious Neapolitan tarallo from Leopoldo.
On the occasion of December 1st, International AIDS Day, also this year the volunteers of Antinoo Arcigay Naples And Pride Vesuvius Rainbow, with the support of the’Colli Hospital Company They will be in the square for a day of testing dedicated to sexually transmitted infections.
The appointment is in San Domenico Maggiore Square, Thursday, December 1st, from 9am to 9pm where it will be possible to carry out the rapid capillary test, free and anonymous for HIV and Syphilis and it will be possible to obtain information on screening, prevention, vaccines and the new prophylaxis PrEP and PEP thanks to the voluntary support of the medical staff at the Cotugno Hospital in Naples.
The “TARALLO & TEST” initiative is sponsored by the Colli Hospital (Cotugno Hospital), by Municipality of Naples, from the Metropolitan City of Naples and from Volunteer Service Center (CSV) and sees the support of the historic taralleria LEOPOLD. While waiting for the test, you can enjoy a tasty Neapolitan tarallo.
“Unfortunately, in our country we continue to experience many taboos and prejudices when discussing sex – he states Antonello Sannino, President of Arcigay Antinoo of Naples – This is why our association is at the forefront of combating discrimination, stigma, and irrational fears. We are engaged in a daily battle against serophobia (the irrational fear of people living with HIV). Strong awareness-raising efforts and the dissemination of scientific knowledge are necessary, such as those regarding new prophylaxis and vaccination campaigns. It is also important to continue STI screening efforts, starting with a community-based approach and involving industry associations and local communities.’
“"Early detection of HIV infection allows for prompt initiation of drug therapy, which improves the quality of life in terms of both general health and sexual health. In fact, thanks to treatment, people living with HIV who are stably virally suppressed cannot transmit the infection; U=U means enjoying peaceful relationships and, at the same time, represents an important prevention measure in reducing the number of new infections. Unfortunately, the number of late diagnoses is still high, which means we need to improve awareness campaigns and spread the message that getting tested is a "duty" to oneself and others.". Adds Viviana Rizzo, health manager for Antinoo Arcigay Naples.
- The incidence (cases/population) of new HIV diagnoses has been decreasing since 2012, with a more evident reduction from 2018 to 2020, but increasing in the last two years post-COVID-19. Also in In the Campania region, the incidence of new HIV diagnoses is increasing.. In 2022, Campania had a higher incidence than the national average (3.9 compared to 3.2 nationally);
- In 2022, the highest incidence of new HIV diagnoses was found in the 30-39 age group, while until 2020 it was found in the 25-29 age group;
- For several years, the highest number of diagnoses has been attributable to sexual transmission and, in decreasing order, to men who have sex with men (MSM), heterosexual men and heterosexual women;
- Since 2015, the percentage of people diagnosed with HIV infection late has increased (with low CD4 or AIDS): in 2022, 2/3 of heterosexual males and more than half of heterosexual females received a late diagnosis.
Data from the Istituto Superiore di Sanità newsletter (volume 36, number 11 – November 2023)
Data from the Istituto Superiore di Sanità on new HIV diagnoses and AIDS cases in Italy:
https://www.salute.gov.it/portale/documentazione/p6_2_2_1.jsp?lingua=italiano&id=3377[:en]
Meet in Piazza San Domenico for rapid testing and counseling in collaboration with the Colli Hospital (Cotugno Hospital). While waiting for the rapid tests, you can enjoy a delicious Neapolitan tarallo from Leopoldo.
On the occasion of December 1st, International AIDS Day, also this year the volunteers of Antinoo Arcigay Naples And Pride Vesuvius Rainbow, with the support of the’Colli Hospital Company They will be in the square for a day of testing dedicated to sexually transmitted infections.
The appointment is in San Domenico Maggiore Square, Thursday, December 1st, from 9am to 9pm where it will be possible to carry out the rapid capillary test, free and anonymous for HIV and Syphilis and it will be possible to obtain information on screening, prevention, vaccines and the new prophylaxis PrEP and PEP thanks to the voluntary support of the medical staff at the Cotugno Hospital in Naples.
The “TARALLO & TEST” initiative is sponsored by the Colli Hospital (Cotugno Hospital), by Municipality of Naples, from the Metropolitan City of Naples and from Volunteer Service Center (CSV) and sees the support of the historic taralleria LEOPOLD. While waiting for the test, you can enjoy a tasty Neapolitan tarallo.
“Unfortunately, in our country we continue to experience many taboos and prejudices when discussing sex – he states Antonello Sannino, President of Arcigay Antinoo of Naples – This is why our association is at the forefront of combating discrimination, stigma, and irrational fears. We are engaged in a daily battle against serophobia (the irrational fear of people living with HIV). Strong awareness-raising efforts and the dissemination of scientific knowledge are necessary, such as those regarding new prophylaxis and vaccination campaigns. It is also important to continue STI screening efforts, starting with a community-based approach and involving industry associations and local communities.’
“"Early detection of HIV infection allows for prompt initiation of drug therapy, which improves the quality of life in terms of both general health and sexual health. In fact, thanks to treatment, people living with HIV who are stably virally suppressed cannot transmit the infection; U=U means enjoying peaceful relationships and, at the same time, represents an important prevention measure in reducing the number of new infections. Unfortunately, the number of late diagnoses is still high, which means we need to improve awareness campaigns and spread the message that getting tested is a "duty" to oneself and others.". Adds Viviana Rizzo, health manager for Antinoo Arcigay Naples.
- The incidence (cases/population) of new HIV diagnoses has been decreasing since 2012, with a more evident reduction from 2018 to 2020, but increasing in the last two years post-COVID-19. Also in In the Campania region, the incidence of new HIV diagnoses is increasing.. In 2022, Campania had a higher incidence than the national average (3.9 compared to 3.2 nationally);
- In 2022, the highest incidence of new HIV diagnoses was found in the 30-39 age group, while until 2020 it was found in the 25-29 age group;
- For several years, the highest number of diagnoses has been attributable to sexual transmission and, in decreasing order, to men who have sex with men (MSM), heterosexual men and heterosexual women;
- Since 2015, the percentage of people diagnosed with HIV infection late has increased (with low CD4 or AIDS): in 2022, 2/3 of heterosexual males and more than half of heterosexual females received a late diagnosis.
Data from the Istituto Superiore di Sanità newsletter (volume 36, number 11 – November 2023)
Data from the Istituto Superiore di Sanità on new HIV diagnoses and AIDS cases in Italy:
https://www.salute.gov.it/portale/documentazione/p6_2_2_1.jsp?lingua=italiano&id=3377
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Promote rights, actions, well-being, campaigns, demonstrations, monitor and put pressure on parliament and institutions so that in Italy there are increasingly more egalitarian policies and laws in favor of lesbians, gays, bisexuals, transsexuals and intersexuals, coast. Arcigay tries to give body and reality to each of these objectives with specific programs and initiatives…that cost! This is why we ask you to support us. You can do it with a one-time donation or with periodic donations even small amounts but which allow us to better plan our activities, with the 5×1000, with a legacy, by financing specific initiatives, by urging your company to support us… To your advantage, there are also tax breaks. You provide us with your support and trust. We provide our hard work, brains, and passion, and we're committed to keeping you informed about the progress of our joint work and how we'll invest your contribution.Because a better society is good for everyone, for you and for us. Article taken from https://www.arcigaynapoli.org/2023/11/29/1dicembre-giornata-mondale-di-lotta-alladis-tarallo-e-test-test-rapidi-anonimi-e-gratuiti-a-napoli-in-piazza-san-domenico-in-aumento-in-italia-e-in-campania-linclusione-di-nuovi-casi/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=1dicembre-giornata-mondale-di-lotta-alladis-tarallo-e-test-test-rapidi-anonimi-e-gratuiti-a-napoli-in-piazza-san-domenico-in-elevata-in-italia-e-in-campania-linclusione-di-nuovi-casi
