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amfAR, The Foundation for AIDS Research is dedicated to ending the global AIDS epidemic through innovative research.

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Joined October 2008
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  1. Pinned Tweet
    Jan 16

    Today, we mourn the passing of our beloved Founding Chairman, Mathilde Krim, Ph.D. As founding chairman, and chairman of the board from 1990 to 2004, she was the heart & soul of the organization, and guided it with extraordinary dedication.

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  2. 19 hours ago

    : An interview with HIV advocate Jeff Taylor on and .

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  3. 20 hours ago

    Symptoms of HIV can be mistaken as general symptoms of aging in those who are undiagnosed. Know your status:

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  4. 22 hours ago

    AIDS doesn't age discriminate. Worldwide, an estimated 3.6 million people aged 50+ are living with HIV.

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  5. 23 hours ago

    As the population of those living with HIV ages, more research & uniquely tailored treatment is necessary for this group of people.

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  6. 24 hours ago

    Did you know? 18% of new HIV diagnoses occur among those 50 and older. Know your status. Find free, confidential testing:

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  7. Sep 18

    People aged 55 & older accounted for 26% of those living with HIV in the U.S. in 2013. Get tested:

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  8. Sep 18

    More than half of people living with HIV in the United States are age 50 and older, and is projected to be more than 70% by 2020. Support today.

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  9. Sep 18

    Today is National HIV/AIDS and Aging Awareness Day. This day was established to start conversations with older people who are unaware of HIV risks and prevention methods. No matter your age, know your status:

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  10. Sep 17

    In observance of National HIV/AIDS and Aging Awareness Day, longtime HIV research advocate Jeff Taylor discusses the constellation of issues affecting older Americans with HIV.

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  11. Sep 13

    A new and analysis shows which countries are most at risk from the .

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  12. Sep 12

    Check out where the is putting countries most at risk.

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    Sep 12

    “A (cure to HIV) will likely require a combination approach.” Thanks to Steve Deeks, MD, for the inspiring update on research start to the 2018-19 HIV Grand Rounds! Join us Sep 19 for an update from .

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  14. Sep 12

    The 10th annual on Sept. 22 will honor EIC for contributing to the fight against AIDS. To date, has raised over $13 million for lifesaving cure research.

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  15. Sep 10

    People living with and are at increased risk for suicidal behavior. On , let’s raise awareness of the urgent need to address existing gaps in mental health care for around the world. Learn more:

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  16. Sep 8

    in 1968, tennis great and activist Arthur Ashe wins the U.S. Open, becoming the first African-American to win a men’s singles title at a Grand Slam event.

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  17. Sep 7

    Broad Benefits of AIDS Research: Alzheimer’s disease Scientists are investigating the use of protease inhibitors—first developed to treat —to treat Alzheimer's disease. Learn more:

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  18. Sep 6

    A victory for human rights, and an important step toward greater equality for the LGBT community in India. It would also have a profound impact on HIV/AIDS prevention for men who have sex with men (MSM).

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  19. Sep 6

    Broad Benefits of AIDS Research: Heart Disease appears to cause inflammation in small blood vessels in the and brain, making HIV-positive adults and children vulnerable to heart attacks and strokes.

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    Sep 5

    From 2015 to 2017, new diagnoses among gay and bisexual men in the U.K. saw a 31% decline

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  21. Sep 5

    Broad Benefits of AIDS Research: Hepatitis ? Three drugs developed for - , , and - are now the mainstays of therapy for virus infections.

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