U=U

Two letters that have made a world of difference. They stand for Undetectable = Untransmittable and represent the scientific understanding that if you are taking your medication and have an undetectable HIV viral load, you are unable to transmit the virus to your sexual partners.

Unfortunately, not too many people know about U=U. Compounding the issue is also the fact that, in 2017, only 61% of people living with HIV in LA County were virally suppressed, the last step on the HIV care continuum.

But it all starts with our medical care coordinators! They move individuals who are diagnosed with HIV through the care continuum by (1) linking them to care, (2) supporting them so they stay in care, and finally, (3) helping them reach undetectable viral loads, which can stop the spread of the virus. When you ask for your next donation, tell your sponsor about U=U!
Where would AIDS Walk be without you?
With all that’s going on in the world, not to mention the accelerated pace of AIDS Walk LA 2020, it can be easy to lose sight of the bigger picture. We just wanted to take a step back and remind you of the impact your participation has on people living with HIV or at risk of HIV in LA County, especially those of you who have been with us for years!

Without you…
  • 18,000 Angelenos could go without quality medical care
  • APLA Health would not be able to expand its footprint to serve more communities
  • The HIV epidemic would continue to grow in Los Angeles
  • We would be further from a cure

Thank you for Getting With the Programs with us! 
We’re on ABC7 tomorrow!
Tune into ABC7’s Localish program this Saturday to see AIDS Walk Los Angeles 2020 in the spotlight! This special will have a little bit of everything: Walker and team videos from our weekly fundraising challenge winners, Drag Queen route leaders hyping up viewers, and of course features on our three Walk programs and the critical work APLA Health is doing for underserved communities in LA County. Localish hits the air at 6:30pm, so turn to ABC7 or go to abc7.com/live and be sure to spread the word!
AIDS Walk Los Angeles
213.201.9255 (WALK) · aidswalkla.org