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Beach Water Safety in Mexico

People visiting here for the first time are often worried about the beach water “safety” of Mexico. To see official test results for any coastal location in Mexico, by month and year, go to the following link:

http://www.semarnat.gob.mx/informacionambiental/Pages/playas.aspx

And then click on “Elige tu destino turístico.”
A map will be presented on which you can choose the location(s) you want to research.

Details are presented there in table form covering several years.

May Events – Vallarta Enfrenta el SIDA, A.C. (V.E.S.)

May Events – Vallarta Enfrenta el SIDA, A.C. (V.E.S.)

WEBSITE: http://vallartaenfrentasida.org/

VES
INTERNATIONAL AIDS VIGIL

Sunday, May 18, has been declared the International AIDS Vigil, to commemorate those who have died from complications from AIDS. VES will participate by leading a solemn candlelight march from Parque Hidalgo to the seahorse sculpture on the malecón, stepping off at 8:30 PM. At the seahorse sculpture there will be a short program of artistic presentations in remembrance of those who have passed, and giving hope to those affected who are with us. Please join us by 8 PM at Parque Hidalgo to participate in this important commemoration, especially if you have lost a friend or loved one to HIV.

COUNSELING AND RAPID HIV TESTING WORKSHOP » May 19, 20, 21

The AIDS Healthcare Foundation (AHF) in collaboration with V.E.S. and the CAPASITS HIV clinic in Puerto Vallarta, will present a workshop to staff and volunteers, to teach the latest techniques in HIV counseling and rapid testing. Participants will receive accreditation in HIV counseling techniques for pre- and post testing situations, and will learn appropriate ways to disclose results to patients, whether the result is positive or negative. Participants will also be trained to administer the rapid HIV test. Program will be presented in Spanish.

MONTHLY HEALTH FAIR » Saturday, May 24, 11AM to 7PM
Saturday, May 24, 11:00 AM to 7:00 PM. This month’s Health Fair, presented by V.E.S. will take place at Lazaro Cárdenas Park, Col. Emiliano Zapata. V.E.S. staff and trained volunteers will be on hand to provide Rapid HIV Testing and Counseling about HIV and sexual health. Test results will be available immediately, and if required, participants will be referred to appropriate local healthcare providers for follow up. All services are completely free.

V.E.S. Free Health Fair at Remance Clinic

V.E.S. Free Health Fair at Remance Clinic

by Paco Arjona – vallartaenfrentasida.org

From 9 am to 2 pm on Friday, April 4th, the Remance Clinic, located at calle Rivera del Río #200 in Puerto Vallarta, is offering free medical testing and counseling for a broad range of medical conditions.

VES LogoOn Friday, April 4th, Vallarta Enfrenta el SIDA, A.C. (Vallarta Confronts AIDS), together with Centro Ambulatorio para la Prevención y Atención de SIDA e Infecciones de Transmisión Sexual (CAPASITS), Remance Clinic, Secretaría de Salud Jalisco and COMUSIDA, will present a Health Fair in the Remance Clinic, located at calle Rivera del Río #200, Col. Remance.

Beginning at 9 am, and until 2 pm, there will be experts in HIV/AIDS, and also health professionals in the area of general health. We invite the public to join us for this important event, where counseling and testing will be available for a broad range of medical conditions, including diabetes detection, blood pressure testing, obesity and nutrition, health for older persons, child vaccinations, prevention of dengue, and of course, HIV rapid testing and counseling.

All services are completely free and confidential.

For more information about HIV, testing, counseling, and risk reduction, please visit VallartaEnfrentaSida.org or call our offices at (322) 223-0535.

Voces Femeninas » March 7&8

Voces Femeninas
In commemoration of International Women’s Day, March 8, for the first time Puerto Vallarta will host The NATIONAL CONGRESS “FEMALE VOICES,” where women will have the opportunity to listen and learn from other women experts about vital issues .

VOCES FEMENINAS is a gathering to reflect on the role of women in various fields. It is an opportunity to learn and share experiences between women today to show that women can take risks and become leaders.

This Congress is a benefit for the construction of a shelter, del Albergue, “Alas de Libertad” whose goal is to help and assist women in violent situations.

¡UNE TU VOZ!

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Event is to be held at the NH Krystal Hotel on March 7 & 8, 2008.

MORE INFORMATION:

  • WEBSITE » http://www.mujeremprende.com.mx/
  • EMAIL » inmujerpv (at) yahoo.com.mx

Put On Your Red Dress

All Women! Mark Your Calendars!

Come Out in Red on 15 February to celebrate our Day of Appreciation for Women’s Hearts in Vallarta.

Wear a red dress, blouse or shirt to demonstrate that you love women and the health of their hearts. Hear Dr. Leslie Swindle, a leading local Mexican cardiologist, Len of blu by Len, Larry Sheldon, proponent of thought control to change your life, and Gailanne Grosso, creative director of the Go Red campaign of the American Heart Association.

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Health Fair » Friday, Feb 8, in Pitillal

Health Fair 1
There will be a Free Health Fair in the Main Plaza in downtown Pitillal on Friday, February 8 from 9am until 4 pm.

Free blood type testing, lots of free health information and tons of free condoms….
All services are free and confidential.

Because of the success of this event, similar health fairs are to be held in many outlying communties around Puerto Vallarta. We will announce them here as they are scheduled.

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