There are special events happening in the Community Center each week. 

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"The Adonis Factor" film premiere & cast reception

Chiseled bodies, flawless skin, sculpted jawlines.  At a time when popular culture objectifies men more than ever, it's hard for them to avoid the pressure to possess such physical traits. "The Adonis Factor" takes viewers on an eye-opening journey through circuit parties, gay porn, and avant-garde fashion photo shoots, all of which promote their own kinds of idealized physiques.  By capturing a diverse range of voices  - from those who dedicate their lives to the pursuit of mainstream male beauty, to those who openly spurn it "The Adonis Factor" ultimately poses the question: does a man's fixation on body image make him any happier?  With interviews and filming locations in Palm Springs!  Join us on Sunday, December 19 at 2:30 for a screening, plus Q& A, at the Annenburg Theater, followed by a cast reception at Trio Restaurant... all for only $20.00! GO (jl) 

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The Client Advocacy Committee is re-organizing and expanding its role!

The Client Advocacy Committee traditionally acts as the liaison between Desert AIDS Project clients and staff by reviewing client questions, comments, and suggestions and addressing them with the agency.  In the past, the committee has assisted with the implementation of client suggestions, including the creation of the Dental Clinic and the Medical Clinic waiting room.  The committee is now expanding its role to act as the liaison between clients and elected officials by interacting with members of our State Assembly, Congress, and the Inland Empire HIV Planning Council.  However, in order to continue functioning, the committee needs to recruit at least six (6) new members.

• Would you like to have a voice in the client/agency relationship at D.A.P.?
• Do you have ideas about how to improve the client experience?  
• Do you have suggestions about new or existing programs or services offered at D.A.P.?
• Would you like to communicate with our elected officials about the importance of HIV/AIDS funding?

There will be a committee reorganization and member recruitment meeting on January 11, 2011 at 2:00 PM for clients interested in continuing the important work of the committee.  This is an opportunity for you to have a voice in creating the type of committee that YOU think best serves clients and to create positive change at Desert AIDS Project.  If you cannot attend the meeting, you can still submit an application to join the committee.  Applications are available online or at the D.A.P. front reception desk. (jl)

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Desert AIDS Project has created a Special Events Information Line.  Now you can call 760.969.4514 to get recorded information about upcoming special events happening at D.A.P.!  The message will be updated every Friday and will include information on events scheduled for the upcoming week(s).  As always, you can also read about upcoming events in DAPCAN or visit the D.A.P. website. (jl)

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HIV-Positive women need annual cervical cytology

The Body.com is reporting that the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) recently issued guidelines for the routine gynecological care of HIV-positive women. "Most of the women living with HIV today in the US are in their prime reproductive years," noted Dr. Hal C. Lawrence, vice president of practice activities for ACOG.  All women ages 19 to 64 should receive routine HIV screening, the report recommended. GO (jl)

Too sick to work?

For many HIV positive people remaining in the workplace is incompatabile with maintaining good health. Has your doctor suggested you consider disability? This website from the Social Security administration offers some preliminary information on qualifying, filing, and potentially receiving benefits from social security due to disabling HIV/AIDS. (rv)

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--Albert Einstein