OPM hosts HIV awareness event in Arima

The Office of the Prime Minister (OPM) will be hosting a Community Outreach Programme on Thursday 23rd August 2012 between 10:00am and 6:00pm on the Arima Promenade with the theme – ‘HIV is Everybody’s Business.’ 

It's aimed at raising awareness about HIV/AIDS and other chronic diseases as well as providing opportunities for screening. Other stakeholders are also participating in this project.

The event will feature an address by the MP for Arima, Rodger Samuel, who is a Minister of State in the OPM. It would offer free health screening for diabetes, high blood pressure, optical examinations, HIV testing and counseling, video demonstrations, interactive Q & A sessions, and giveaways.

There will also be a mini concert featuring entertainment from well-known local artistes such as Philomena, Black Sage and youth performers from the community.