HIV/AIDS Awareness Event – The 5th leading cause of death for American men and women between 25 and 44 years old is HIV. Experts in this segment discuss the basics of HIV and AIDS, who should get tested, the various population segments who are affected by HIV/AIDS and The Official Summer Takeover, an upcoming awareness and testing event in Crystal City, Virginia. Guests are Shaun Wright-Verdun with Planned Parenthood, Jasper Hendrix with the National Black Justice Coalition and Antonio Brown, an event organizer. More information: www.officialsummertakeover.com or 240-462-0839.
Montgomery County Connection/July 2008 – Patrick Lacefield and Montgomery County Executive Isiah Leggett discuss the recent national golf tournament at Congressional Country Club and its impact on the county and the connection with the Tiger Woods Foundation. They also talk about the county’s new emergency medical transport fees for ambulance services that already exist in surrounding jurisdictions; concerns about aging infrastructure and recent water main breaks; and a comprehensive plan for fire and rescue facilities and faster response times.
Women Talk/Babies Having Babies – Carol Blymire, management consultant Mary Abbajay and foundation executive Laurie Strongin discuss what they call a “mini epidemic” of teen pregnancies in the news, including the group of teenage girls who made a pact to get pregnant together. The issue includes maturity, responsibility and economic realities. They also look at the impact of welfare and government assistance on teen pregnancy.
Miss Utility of Virginia – Bernie Lucas talks with Frank Hudik, Senior Damage Prevention Specialist with the Virginia State Corporation Commission, about the Miss Utility of Virginia program and the Dig With C.A.R.E. initiative. Before starting any project that involves digging, property owners in Virginia are required to call Miss Utility to have the property marked for utility lines including power, gas, communication, water and sewer. To schedule property marking, call 811. More information: www.missutilityofvirginia.com or 804-371-9980.
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