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29th International AIDS Candlelight Memorial

ASP — Tue, 29 May 2012 06:26:06 +0000

With the little spark of the candle, its wick aflame with the hope that the passing of loved ones from HIV and AIDS shall not be in vain — this is the essence of the International AIDS Candlelight Memorial (IACM) held on the third Sunday of May of each year.

In holding true to the spirit of keeping the fire burning, the AIDS Society of the Philippines commemorated the lives of persons with HIV and AIDS who have passed on, this time, through the floating of dozens of lanterns or khom loy in the dark afternoon sky.

Along with HIV prevention advocates and the health departments of Caloocan City, Pasay City and Quezon City and their Local AIDS Councils, the ASP spearheaded the commemoration at the 8^th Avenue, Caloocan City, shortly before sunset on May 18, 2012. The activity marked by speeches from government representatives, advocates and people living with HIV (PLHIV) was supported by the Center for Health Development of the National Capital Region and Global Fund to fight AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria– Department of Health.

In another activity, and this time, with mass yoga practice and candle lighting ceremonies, the ASP joined volunteer HIV groups and private individuals at the Quezon City Memorial Circle on May 19, 2012 with Yoga For Life in partnership with Take The Test Campaign, The Love Yourself Project, and Youth AIDS Filipinas Alliance. The activity, entitled, “Oneness through Wellness” enjoined the groups to advocate not only for HIV awareness, prevention and control, but also treatment, care and support.

A Yoga practitioner doing a warrior pose during the Yoga For Life's IACM event.
Photo by Noel Abelardo

The ASP fervently hopes that the public will take part, in its own little way, in shedding some light to the effects of HIV infection on persons who have lived and died. The annual International AIDS Candlelight Memorial and similar activities will be more meaningful if everyone is aware and would eventually care.

iCON Clinic

ASP — Tue, 08 May 2012 02:47:37 +0000

We’re finally open!

On May 19, 2012, ASP iCON Clinic will be open to help you with your concerns about your sexual health. We offer to provide you quality clinical service, keeping in mind your need for confidentiality and comfort. Where else would you want to know about the status of your sexual health but with the experts in the field?

The clinic is at G/F OTM Building, 71 Scout Tuason St., Brgy. South Triangle, Quezon City. We are open every Friday, 5PM – 9PM and Saturdays from 10AM – 9PM. Contact us at (+63) 376-2541 or email us at asp.iconclinic@gmail.com for any of your inquiries.

Now, there’s a safe place for you.

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11th ASP General Assembly Meeting

ASP — Sat, 01 Oct 2011 08:51:42 +0000

What: 11th ASP General Assembly Meeting
When: October 21, 2011 (Friday)
Where: Dad’s Place, 72 Scout Tuason St., South Triangle, Quezon City

This year’s theme: “Chatters, Bloggers, Texters at risk of HIV”
Guest speakers: Dr. Isabel E. Melgar & Dr. Mary Annjoy Aguadera

The global village is getting smaller and is constantly evolving, but what impact can advances in online mobile and social technology have on issues regarding HIV and AIDS?

The birth of social media platforms are changing the state of play when it comes to health information and services enabling organizations to reach out to young people about issues surrounding HIV without drowning and overwhelming us in statistics and scholarly articles! Truly, health technology provides solutions that improves the efficiency, effectiveness and access of health service delivery for HIV prevention, treatment and care.

We believe that mobile, online and social technologies plays a critical role in empowering individuals to take control of their HIV status by simply being connected!

Anybody, anyone could be at risk including you!

Preceeding ASP’s membership meeting will be a scientific forum which will provide important information on the progress of HIV outreach. There will be a discussion on the changing trends and patterns of HIV infection as well as the country’s responses.

In behalf our President, Dr Jojo Sescon, our Founder Dr Ofelia T Monzon, and ASP’s Board of Trustees, we look forward to an informative event that is of special interest to all of us!

Pre-registration Fee will be P250.00 (until 10/18/11) while the on-site Registration Fee for non-members will be Php300.00. This includes 2 snacks and a buffet lunch.

To confirm attendance, simply download and complete the confirmation slip and fax it back to: (02) 376-2546 or e-mail it to: info@aidsphil.org or me.laya@aidsphil.org on or before October 18, 2011.

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For any inquiries, please feel free to contact us. Look for Ma. Eloisa Laya or Bong Yap.

Our New Website

ASP — Tue, 26 Jul 2011 08:42:34 +0000

ASP’s latest publication, Quick Reference Guide for Returning OFWs, is now available in print and in the website.

You may download your digital copy of the publication here: Download Now