Should I get tested for HIV?
CDC recommends that everyone between the ages of 13 and 64 get tested for HIV at least once as part of routine health care. About 1 in 7 people in the United States who have HIV don’t know they have it. People at higher risk should get tested more often. If you were HIV-negative the […]
September is national disease literacy month
The purpose of National Disease Literacy Month is to help improve a person’s understanding of their diagnosis and the associated services needed to make prompt and appropriate care decisions. High Impacto is using this month to invite everyone to educate themselves about having a positive diagnosis of the chronic disease – the Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV). HIV […]
Make the most of your Summer: contact High Impacto
It’s summer and despite the existing COVID-19 pandemic, many people are enjoying their summer vacations and many others are still planning for it! During the holidays the opportunity to travel increases, either to have an adventure in the big city or a relaxing retreat on the beach. A road trip with friends or a quick […]
Turned on by Freedom: Happy Independence Day
There’s no better way to celebrate the contributions of this country’s founders than with a barbecue, some fireworks, and a little alone time with your partner. Holidays offer time for good conversation, time to relax, to enjoy a good meal, and good wine. It is a time for self-indulgence or to please friends and family. […]
Everyone deserves to live free, equal, and healthy: Happy Pride Month
In the history of the United States and the world, many minority groups have not been treated in the same way and many places continue to be treated differently. They have been denied many rights, such as access to public places, and are not protected by certain laws. One of the minority groups that had […]
Memorial Day all year round: together we will make a difference
The month of May ends one day after commemorating Memorial Day. This day is also considered the unofficial beginning of summer in the United States and gives way to June when LGBTQ Pride is celebrated. High Impacto is using this space to honor all the people who sacrificed to preserve all of the freedoms that Americans […]
It’s spring season: Are you ready for fun?
We are in the second month of the spring season! According to the weather calendar, spring will always begin on March 1, ending on May 31. Warmer spring weather and increased daylight hours make it the best season. In spring, the temperature rises, the trees burst into bloom, there are more hours of light, and […]
Women’s Month: Women remain more vulnerable to HIV
During Women’s History Month, many women are recognized for their talent or achievements. It is important to raise awareness of how women from all backgrounds, races, and ethnicities can play an important role in society. Their role and contributions are essential and indispensable legacies of which we can be proud, comforted; that inspire courage and […]
Women: let’s talk beyond sexual health!
One way to celebrate how women’s efforts and courage throughout history have enabled them to gain more opportunities and enjoy their rights is to speak beyond their sexual health. We hope that we’ll all remember that many women next to us are fighting racism, discrimination, HIV stigma, gender equality, and many other challenges just because […]