AIDS Run & Walk Chicago 2008 2008

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On June 6, 2008, the world will mark the 27th anniversary since the discovery of the virus that came to be known as AIDS. Even though medical advancements have changed AIDS from a death sentence to a chronic disease, we are still without a vaccine or a cure. In fact, the HIV i...nfection rate is raising among communities of color and among young gay males. In addition, there continues to be a dire need for education as well as a wide range of social service programs—many of which have recently suffered severe cutbacks because of decreased government funding. Since it was established in 2001, AIDS Run & Walk Chicago has netted over $1.5 million to battle the epidemic. When you participate and raise pledges for AIDS Run & Walk Chicago, you help support the organizations whose work is so invaluable in the battle against HIV/AIDS. read more