From New Scientist:
"Imagine going into the hospital with HIV and receiving a single treatment that knocks the virus on the head for good. That dream may come true sooner than we thought following a flurry of progress in gene therapy. The story begins with a man in Germany who last week was reported to be free of HIV following a bone marrow transplant. The donor was known to have two copies of a gene that prevents HIV from invading white blood cells. For the first time, it may be possible to eliminate the virus from the body, as opposed to simply keeping it in check with antiretroviral therapies (ART)."
Read the rest of the story HERE.
Friday, February 27, 2009
Monday, February 23, 2009
Food Express Delivers!
The Food Bank of Western New York has designated the Evergreen Center as a Food Express Delivery site. On February 26 at 10:00 a.m. a refrigerated Food Express truck will distribute perishable food items (produce, meats and dairy products) on a first come, first served basis. The food is available to everyone - there are no income or residency restrictions, and since future Food Express deliveries will be based on demand, we encourage as many people as possible to take advantage of this service on the 26th. Help us spread the word! The Evergreen Center will host the Food Express truck on the fourth Thursday of every month. Note: bags will not be available, so please bring your own bags or boxes to transport the food. UPDATE: over 170 households took advantage of the Food Express program at ACS.
Saturday, February 21, 2009
ACS on Parade
Heads Up: If you're at the Artvoice Mardi Gras Parade, watch out for the ACS float. We'll have photos here at the Forum as soon as possible.
Tuesday, February 17, 2009
We're open late! The Evergreen Center offers HIV testing services "after hours" until 7:00 p.m. on Tuesdays, along with STD screening, syringe exchange, HIV risk counseling, condoms/safety supplies and information about drug and alcohol treatment. All services are FREE and confidential. The Evergreen Center is located at 206 South Elmwood Avenue at Chippewa Street in downtown Buffalo.
Thursday, February 12, 2009
Big Changes at Life Changes
The Life Changes group has some big changes in store for 2009. Life Changes is still Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgendered people coming together in order to educate, inform, network and promote healthy choices... that part hasn't changed. But the twice-monthly meetings are now taking place on the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays of every month from 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. at the Pride Center's new home on the 3rd floor of the Evergreen Center (206 South Elmwood Avenue at Chippewa). For more information contact Marcus at 847-0315 x443 or via email at mmay@aidscommunityservices.com.
Monday, February 9, 2009
Saving Lives Through OOPP
The Opioid Overdose Prevention Program (OOPP) is administered through the Project SAFE (Syringes Available For Everyone) program at ACS. OOPP is a program designed to help a layperson prevent death in cases of opioid overdose; this intervention saved 4 lives during the month of January and another (so far) in February. Participants are taught how to recognize an active overdose, and they are trained and certified to intervene effectively. Once certified, participants receive an Overdose Prevention Rescue Kit which contains two doses of Naloxone (also known as Narcan); two 3cc intramuscular syringes, alcohol pads, a pair of gloves; rescue breathing face shield and a certification card. Narcan is an opioid antagonist, which means it reverses the effects of opioids such as heroin, methadone, oxycontin, lortabs, morphine and dilaudid. It doesn’t work for non-opioids such as cocaine, alcohol, or benzodiazepines.
As of February 6, 2009 there are 101 certified Opioid Overdose Prevention Rescue Responders. Project SAFE staff is encouraging participants to bring friends, family members or other IVD users to become trained and certified in OOPP. Training times and locations are flexible; for more information or to schedule a training, contact Rashone Scott-Williams at rwilliams@aidscommunityservices.com.
As of February 6, 2009 there are 101 certified Opioid Overdose Prevention Rescue Responders. Project SAFE staff is encouraging participants to bring friends, family members or other IVD users to become trained and certified in OOPP. Training times and locations are flexible; for more information or to schedule a training, contact Rashone Scott-Williams at rwilliams@aidscommunityservices.com.
Friday, February 6, 2009
Heat Up Your Summer With the Buffalo Wings!
560 MILES: NIAGARA FALLS TO NEW YORK CITY.
ONE WEEK THAT'S GUARANTEED TO CHANGE YOUR LIFE.
For the fifth year in a row, AIDS Community Services is a beneficiary agency of the Empire State AIDS Ride. Each year, hundreds of enthusiastic bikers from across the United States ride 560 miles in 7 days to raise funds for HIV/AIDS services. There are three New York State HIV/AIDS service providers who are beneficiaries of the ride: ACS, AIDS Rochester and AIDS Family Resources in Syracuse.
The Buffalo Wings are the official team of AIDS Community Services. The Buffalo Wings began modestly in 2005 with just 6 riders and raised nearly $40,000. In 2006 our team of 12 raised over $100,000. In 2007, our team of 9 raised more than $60,000. Last year, our team of 7 raised $41,000. This year, our goal is to recruit 20 riders and raise at least $75,000!
The Buffalo Wings have group training rides and social gatherings, group fundraisers that benefit the whole team, a gorgeous team jersey that we give each member, and much more. Our team includes some of the fastest cyclists on the ride, as well as some folks who come into camp at the very end each night. So, whatever your cycling ability, you will not cross the state alone. Our enthusiastic volunteers provide a SAG van that will keep you stocked with water, Gatorade, snacks and good cheer.
This year, the ride takes place from August 16 - 22. For more information on the Ride, contact Kim Luangpakdy at 716-847-0340 ext. 315; or at kluangpakdy@aidscommunityservices.com. To register, visit http://www.empirestateaidsride.org/, and be sure to register as a member of the Buffalo Wings!
ONE WEEK THAT'S GUARANTEED TO CHANGE YOUR LIFE.
For the fifth year in a row, AIDS Community Services is a beneficiary agency of the Empire State AIDS Ride. Each year, hundreds of enthusiastic bikers from across the United States ride 560 miles in 7 days to raise funds for HIV/AIDS services. There are three New York State HIV/AIDS service providers who are beneficiaries of the ride: ACS, AIDS Rochester and AIDS Family Resources in Syracuse.
The Buffalo Wings are the official team of AIDS Community Services. The Buffalo Wings began modestly in 2005 with just 6 riders and raised nearly $40,000. In 2006 our team of 12 raised over $100,000. In 2007, our team of 9 raised more than $60,000. Last year, our team of 7 raised $41,000. This year, our goal is to recruit 20 riders and raise at least $75,000!
The Buffalo Wings have group training rides and social gatherings, group fundraisers that benefit the whole team, a gorgeous team jersey that we give each member, and much more. Our team includes some of the fastest cyclists on the ride, as well as some folks who come into camp at the very end each night. So, whatever your cycling ability, you will not cross the state alone. Our enthusiastic volunteers provide a SAG van that will keep you stocked with water, Gatorade, snacks and good cheer.
This year, the ride takes place from August 16 - 22. For more information on the Ride, contact Kim Luangpakdy at 716-847-0340 ext. 315; or at kluangpakdy@aidscommunityservices.com. To register, visit http://www.empirestateaidsride.org/, and be sure to register as a member of the Buffalo Wings!
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