Let's Stop HIV Together : Tommy's Story (3:19)

Tommy's Story: Let's Stop HIV Together

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In this video, Tommy shares his story about finding out he was HIV positive at age 25. He candidly shares the many issues he had to confront including getting treatment, disclosing to his family and finding a support system. Together with friend, Pamela, they discuss issues important to the Native American community, including the need for increasing conversations to raise awareness and reduce stigma as well as promoting HIV testing.

Release Date: 1/24/2015
Source: National Center for HIV/AIDS, Viral Hepatitis, STD, and TB Prevention (NCHHSTP)

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