Suicide is estimated to claim one life every eleven minutes in the U.S., according to theCDC.

These devastating statistics demonstrate the need for increased mental health support for PLWHA.

Especially given high rates of suicidality among PLWHA in North America, this public health crisis deserves swift action.

Woman holds red AIDS support ribbon.

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But today, people across the economic spectrum are living healthier normal lives."

This stigma is what will cause people not to get help.

We need to continue the education of society as a whole about HIV and AIDS.

Liboro agrees with the recommendation to prioritize suicide risk assessments among PLWHA.

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