03/31/2026
HIV Awareness Matters
HIV awareness is a public health priority year-round. While prevention and treatment have advanced significantly, HIV continues to affect communities across the United States, and access to timely testing and care remains essential.
Historical Context
HIV/AIDS emerged in the early 1980s and reshaped public health systems nationwide. Advocates such as Marsha P. Johnson, Cleve Jones, and Pedro Zamora helped bring visibility to the epidemic and expand access to compassionate care. Their advocacy contributed to advances in research, treatment, and patient protections that continue to guide HIV care today.
The Current Landscape
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention:
• HIV remains a preventable and treatable condition
• Early diagnosis improves long-term health outcomes
• Approximately 1 in 8 people living with HIV in the U.S. are unaware of their status
• Consistent treatment allows people with HIV to live long, healthy lives and prevents transmission (U=U)
Reducing stigma and improving access to testing and treatment are key public health strategies.
How Radiant Health Centers Supports the Community
As a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) Look-Alike, Radiant Health Centers provides accessible, patient-centered HIV services in Orange County, including:
✅ Confidential HIV testing
✅ PrEP and PEP for prevention
✅ Comprehensive HIV medical care
✅ Behavioral health and care coordination
✅ Support services to address social and practical needs
Care is available regardless of insurance status or ability to pay.
Routine testing, early treatment, and preventive care are powerful tools in ending HIV transmission and improving overall community health.
📞 (949) 809-5700
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