The Nia Alliance
The Nia Alliance is a community mobilization initiative dedicated to equip people of African descent to respond effectively and emphatically to the AIDS epidemic in communities of color through education, advocacy, direct services and community collaboration. Grounded in faith, we recognize the importance of being inclusive and nonjudgmental as we empower our participants to make informed decisions.
| Date | Time | Event |
| Fri, May 17 |
6pm | Dinner and a Movie; Steel Magnolia's (2012) |
| Sat, May 18 | 11a | Sacred Women |
| Every Mon | 2p-6p | Naturopathic Clinic |
| Every Wed | 6pm | Power Source Men's Leadership Academy |
Save the Date:
Saturday, June 15th for our 4th Annual Caribbean-American HIV/AIDS Awareness Day Event
_____________________________________________________________________Saturday, June 15th for our 4th Annual Caribbean-American HIV/AIDS Awareness Day Event
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IN THE NEWS:
Minister Nancy Kingwood-Small was recognized in a blog by the CEO of the Colorado Trust based on his experience at IOM Meeting in Hartford. Read here:
Health Equity and The Colorado Trust's Environmental Scan
by Ned Calonge, MD
President and CEO, The Colorado Trust
May 2, 2013
by Ned Calonge, MD
President and CEO, The Colorado Trust
May 2, 2013
MEDICINE, FDA, BUSINESS NEWS
CNBC.com | Thursday, 2 May 2013 | 9:32 AM ET
An antibiotic-resistant strain of gonorrhea-now considered a superbug-has some analysts saying that the bacteria's effects could match those of AIDS.
"This might be a lot worse than AIDS in the short run because the bacteria is more aggressive and will affect more people quickly," said Alan Christianson, a doctor of naturopathic medicine.
Even though nearly 30 million people have died from AIDS related causes worldwide, Christianson believes the effect of the gonorrhea bacteria is more direct.
"Getting gonorrhea from this strain might put someone into septic shock and death in a matter of days," Christianson said. "This is very dangerous."
READ MORE...
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Services At The House
FREE Confidential Testing Available:
RAPID HIV TEST
STD
HEPATITIS C
PREGNANCY
Call for Appointment:
203-870-0761
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Sex Superbug Could Be 'Worse Than AIDS'
MEDICINE, FDA, BUSINESS NEWS
CNBC.com | Thursday, 2 May 2013 | 9:32 AM ET
Sisters Helping
Sisters Heal
MONTHLY SUPPORT...
Just for you!
Join us for our monthly women's groups where we discuss and address the topics and issues that help you process and heal.
In a safe, confidential setting you can begin or maintain your healing around issues related to HIV/AIDS, Substance Abuse and Trauma.
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Woman to Woman Support Group
for women 18 years and older to share, to heal and to address traumatic experiences in their lives. The group meets the 4th Wednesday of every month from 7p - 9p.
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Sacred Women Support Group for women touched by HIV/AIDS.
The group meets the 4th Saturday of every month from 11a - 1p.
Lite Snacks and Tokens Provided
DATES SUBJECT TO CHANGE FOR HOLIDAYS. CHECK CALENDAR FOR UPDATES.
Call 203-870-0761 for more info
Sisters Heal
MONTHLY SUPPORT...
Just for you!
Join us for our monthly women's groups where we discuss and address the topics and issues that help you process and heal.
In a safe, confidential setting you can begin or maintain your healing around issues related to HIV/AIDS, Substance Abuse and Trauma.
~
Woman to Woman Support Group
for women 18 years and older to share, to heal and to address traumatic experiences in their lives. The group meets the 4th Wednesday of every month from 7p - 9p.
~
Sacred Women Support Group for women touched by HIV/AIDS.
The group meets the 4th Saturday of every month from 11a - 1p.
Lite Snacks and Tokens Provided
DATES SUBJECT TO CHANGE FOR HOLIDAYS. CHECK CALENDAR FOR UPDATES.
Call 203-870-0761 for more info
Free Naturopathic Clinic Health Services
In partnership with the University of Bridgeport Naturopathic Medicine Clinic
In partnership with the University of Bridgeport Naturopathic Medicine Clinic
Every Monday, from 2pm - 6pm
**Saturday hours will RESUME in August**
**Saturday hours will RESUME in August**
Appointments Necessary
Services Offered:
Naturopathic doctors (NDs) are trained in medical sciences, naturopathic philosophy and the prescription of natural medicines and are licensed to diagnose and treat disease. A naturopathic assessment will take into account the physical, as well as mental, emotional, social and environmental aspects of your health issues.
Treatments are safe, naturally based and designed to meet each patient’s unique needs. The naturopathic team will take into account any relevant medical and pharmaceutical care and can collaborate with other health care providers as necessary.
In addition to basic naturopathic care, the Naturopathic Medical Clinic offers specialty clinical shifts in classical homeopathy, mind-body medicine and physical medicine, including Acupuncture and Chiropractic care. These services may require a referral so please inquire about these at your initial naturopathic care visit.
