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Thu. June 26, 2008 5:31:27 PM
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Chicago, IL — Center on Halsted will celebrate National HIV Testing Day with a special appearance by tireless HIV/AIDS advocate Jeanne White, mother of the late teenager Ryan White.
On Fri., June 27, Jeanne White will speak about her family's experience with HIV during a free 9 a.m. presentation at the Center, 3656 N. Halsted. Ryan White was an Indiana teen who became the poster child for HIV/AIDS in the '80s. His family battled against the public school system during a time of widespread misinformation and ignorance about the disease. His mother, a tireless HIV/AIDS advocate, founded the Ryan White Foundation in 1992, two years after her son's dealth.
The day's programming will begin with an 8-9 a.m. breakfast, followed by White's presentation. The day's events will also include breakout sessions on HIV and substance-abuse and women's issues. In addition, free rapid HIV testing will be available all day.
An RSVP is required to the free event. See www.centeronhaslted.org or call 773-472-6469, ext. 485.
Article provided in partnership with Windy City Media Group.
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