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07/01/2026

05/22/2026

Help fund after-exam supplies for sexual assault survivors served at our Madison County and Cullman County offices. Goal: $3,000.

05/22/2026

05/22/2026

05/22/2026

MYTH:
HIV is the same as AIDS.

FACT:
HIV and AIDS are related conditions, but they are not the same. AIDS develops when HIV goes untreated for a long time.

The HIV virus takes over white blood cells and turns them into copies of itself. Over time, this weakens the immune system. When the immune system becomes very seriously damaged, HIV progresses to AIDS. At this stage, the body has a very hard time fighting off any kind of illness or infection.

Even if the virus has progressed to AIDS, anti-retroviral treatment (ART for short) can help the immune system recover.

This is part 1 of our HIV Myths vs Facts series! Check back for more soon.
It’s been almost 50 years since the first cases of HIV. In this time, researchers, doctors, and scientists have learned a lot about the virus, but the general public hasn’t necessarily kept up with the facts. Today, HIV is a manageable condition. Many people living with it are able to live long, healthy lives because of breakthroughs in treatment.
In this post we will be covering some of the misinformation still circulating about the virus, as well as the facts. Please share: combatting the stigma about HIV is an important component of keeping our communities healthy.

05/22/2026

Accidents happen, and being ready saves lives.

Naloxone works for all family members, from grandma to the family dog or beloved cat.

Get a free dose of naloxone at Red Project or at one of our new naloxone boxes! Life is messy, incidents happen, and naloxone can reverse overdoses from any and all, but only, opioids.

Whether its an older relative accidentally taking too much of their medication, a child getting into the medicine cabinet, or even a dog or cat who can't stay off the counter - naloxone can save their life.

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02/18/2026

02/18/2026

Need support after intimate partner abuse? Our next Domestic Violence Support Group starts Wed., Feb. 18, 2026 at 5:30 PM. This is a confidential, judgment-free space to connect with others, learn practical coping tools, and get support from a trained advocate. For more info, call 256-705-6761 or email [email protected]

If you need help right now, our 24/7 HELPline is always available: 256-716-1000