In FY23, more than 31,000 Veterans living with HIV or AIDS received state-of-the-art, personalized treatment from VA.
HIV testing is self-care: Taking the test is taking care of you. Knowledge of your HIV status can help you live a long and healthy life.
Today’s #VeteranOfTheDay is Navy Veteran George Kerr III, who served as an operations yeoman aboard the USS Nimitz and later at the Pentagon. He left the service after “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell” was implemented. During the height of the AIDS/HIV crisis he began a life of public health advocacy.
At VA, we serve our Veterans with the equitable, inclusive, and respectful health care you deserve.
On this 40th anniversary of World AIDS Day, we are in a critical position to make a big impact on ending HIV, especially among our Veterans.
As we celebrate Pride Month, it's important to recognize that the fight for equality and inclusion is ongoing. At VA, we are committed to ensuring that Pride counts, every day of the year. We believe that every Veteran, regardless of their sexual orientation or gender identity, deserves the highest quality of care and support.
Adults should get an HIV test at least once in their lifetime. At VA, only about 46% of Veterans have an HIV test in their records. Say yes to the test.
In the 40 years since, HIV and AIDS treatment and prevention has come so far. VA is currently part of the Ending the HIV Epidemic Initiative which aims to reduce new HIV infections by 75% by 2025.
VA staff describe the benefits resulting from VA’s Syringe Services Program at their facilities. One Veteran calls it a “real wakeup call.”
Annual eye exams essential to Veterans’ vision and eye health. Joint study shows promising results in preventing age-related blindness.
New hepatitis B vaccination recommended for adults aged 19-59. New, expanded recommendation will protect adults from the hepatitis B virus.
Syringe Services Programs provide preventive and treatment services. They limit the negative effects of injection drug use (infections, overdose) and provide mental health support.