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Starburst: iPod Nanos for HIV/AIDS

February 3rd, 2009

If you’re in the UK, iPod nanos will begin to mean more than just your ordinary multimedia player. The Elton John AIDS Foundation is releasing limited edition iPod nanos encrusted with stunning Swarovski crystals. The units are indicidually set with over 250 colour-coordinated Swarovski crystals.

But wait, there’s more! These 8GB and 16GB Nanos are also laser-engraved with Elton John’s signature.

A purchase of this Â£400 “Starburst” iPods will benefit the many HIV/AIDS programmes of the Elton John Aids Foundation (EJAF) across 15 countries and 4 continents! 12.5% of the purchase price will go to the EJAF and will help those living with, affected by or at risk from HIV/AIDS.

Clinton’s foundation got millions from Saudis (cnn.com)
Elton and Dave To Chuck Another Grammy Party (idiomag.com)

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Tags: AIDS Elton John Elton John Aids Foundation Swarovski

Positivism: Stay Negative, Think Positive!

January 9th, 2009

(via PinoyPoz)

Don’t know much about HIV and AIDS?
www.POSITIVISM.ph

Get answers to questions about topics ranging from HIV 101, Transmission & Prevention, The Local Scene, Getting Tested, When Diagnosed, Medication, and Staying Healthy.

A must read, not only for those living with HIV, but for everyone affected by it. And in our world today where HIV is already a reality, that means everyone.

Open your mind. STAY NEGATIVE, THINK POSITIVE.

www.POSITIVISM.ph

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Tags: AIDS Conditions and Diseases HIV Positivism PH Sexually transmitted disease

HIV Is Still a Big Deal

June 17th, 2008

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There is a growing need for education about HIV/AIDS here in the Philippines.Ã‚Â While there are many resources out there (online, print, support groups, health centers, etc.) that are readily available to many of us, it still is undeniable that some of us do not know anything about HIV.

Some of us think that reading literature about the virus is too tasking and taxing, some think that they know everything and are pretty safe, and some others are too scared of HIV (even just the mention of those three words make some cringe).

But what do we really know about HIV and AIDS?Ã‚Â Just because there isn’t any celebrated news about it, it doesn’t mean that the virus has been completely annihilated and that everyone is safe.

I’m currently reading Orosa-Nakpil Malate, a novel about a young gay man’s experiences, escapades and love affairs (not auto-biographical, by the way) set in Manila’s hottest gay district.Ã‚Â I have not finished the book yet, so I am unable to share my insights about it yet.Ã‚Â Also, if anyone is interested in reading this book, just let me know and I will give it for free (along with other gay Filipino books) once I’m done reading it – details to follow in the upcoming days.

Going back to HIV and AIDS.Ã‚Â While many of us think that HIV is not a big deal, » Read more: HIV Is Still a Big Deal