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Magic Johnson HIV Testing in the Bronx Dec 14 and Philadelphia Dec 12
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Following the launch of the "I STAND WITH MAGIC" program on World AIDS Day, Abbott and Earvin "Magic" Johnson will visit Philadelphia (Dec. 12) and the Bronx (Dec. 14) to raise awareness of the ongoing challenges in HIV/AIDS affecting African Americans. Free, rapid HIV testing will also be offered as part of the program. These cities will be the last appearances for this year's 10-city tour.
There will be interview and photo opportunities. Press will need to register for this event, as only confirmed media will be able to attend. Please register by e-mailing kasumi.wada@abbott.com or calling 224-234-7464.
Please see media alerts below for more information.
Magic Visits Philadelphia
Say YES to the HIV Test - Knowing Your Status Can Empower and Prevent
Philadelphia Speaking Engagements
WHAT: The HIV rate in the African-American community is rising at an alarming rate. Of the more than one million people in the United States infected with HIV, African Americans account for half of all new cases and are seven times more likely to die from HIV than Caucasians.
Earvin "Magic" Johnson and Abbott will address the impact of HIV/AIDS on African Americans and the measures individuals can take to fight the epidemic. Mr. Johnson will share his personal story of living with HIV and how knowing your HIV status can save lives, starting with your own. A physician also will join Mr. Johnson to provide perspective on available community resources.
WHEN:
Date: December 12
Time: 1:30pm (media arrive at 1:15pm)
Location:
University City High School
3601 Filbert St.
Philadelphia, PA19104
215-387-5100
Time: 5:30pm (media arrive at 5:15pm)
Location:
First District Plaza
3801 Market St.
Philadelphia, PA 19104
215-387-3552
INTERVIEW OPTIONS:
- Earvin "Magic" Johnson - Available for brief interviews at 1:15pm at the University City High School and later at 5:15pm at the First District Plaza
- Ilke Arici, Abbott - Available prior to the event on-site
Kasumi Wada, Abbott - Available prior to the event on-site
NOTE: Media interviews with Mr. Johnson will be limited to the designated times provided above at the University City High School and First District Plaza.
TESTING EVENT:
Date: December 12
Time: 10am - 5pm
Location: BEBASHI
1217 Spring Garden St.
3601 Filbert St.
Philadelphia, PA 19104
215-769-3561
Magic Visits The Bronx
Say YES to the HIV Test - Knowing Your Status Can Empower and Prevent
Bronx Speaking Engagements
WHAT: The HIV rate in the African-American community is rising at an alarming rate. Of the more than one million people in the United States infected with HIV, African Americans account for half of all new cases and are seven times more likely to die from HIV than Caucasians.
Earvin "Magic" Johnson and Abbott will address the impact of HIV/AIDS on African Americans and the measures individuals can take to fight the epidemic. Mr. Johnson will share his personal story of living with HIV and how knowing your HIV status can save lives, starting with your own. A physician also will join Mr. Johnson to provide perspective on available community resources.
WHEN:
Date: December 14
Time: 1:30pm (media arrive at 1:15pm)
Location:
Jonathon Levin High School for Media and Communications (formerly known as William Howard Taft H.S.)
240 E. 172nd St.
Bronx, NY 10457
718-293-7200
Time: 5:30pm (media arrive at 5:15pm)
Location:
Lehman Center
250 Bedford Park Blvd. West
Bronx, NY 10468
718-960-8232
INTERVIEW OPTIONS:
- Earvin "Magic" Johnson - Available for brief interviews at 1:15pm at the Jonathon Levin High School for Media and Communications and later at 5:15pm at the Lehman Center
- Ilke Arici, Abbott - Available prior to the event on-site
Kasumi Wada, Abbott - Available prior to the event on-site
NOTE: Media interviews with Mr. Johnson will be limited to the designated times provided above at Jonathon Levin High School for Media and Communications and the Lehman Center.
TESTING EVENT:
Date: December 14
Time: 10am - 5pm
Location: Bronx AIDS Service (on-site van)
540 W. Fordham Rd. #2
Bronx, NY 10458
718-295-5598
WHY - HIV IN THE UNITED STATES:
- The rate of AIDS diagnoses for African Americans is approximately 10 times the rate of Caucasians and almost three times that of Hispanics.
- In 2004, African Americans accounted for 50 percent (19,206) of the estimated 38,370 new HIV/AIDS diagnoses in the United States.
Together with Mr. Johnson and the Magic Johnson Foundation, Abbott hopes to reduce the rate of new HIV infections in African Americans by 50 percent over the next five years.
Thank you and please remember to register!
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