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WINDY CITY TIMES
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Illinois Lottery unveils ticket for World AIDS Day
From a News Release, posted Wed., Dec. 1, 2010
2010-12-01
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In recognition of World AIDS Day, the Illinois Lottery and the Illinois Department of Public Health ( IDPH ) unveiled a new Quality of Life scratch-off ticket, "Red Ribbon Cash," where 100 percent of the net proceeds support HIV/AIDS-prevention education; support services for persons living with HIV/AIDS; and awareness programs across Illinois.
"We are very proud to continue our support for HIV/AIDS research and education with our Quality of Life ticket," said Jodie Winnett, Illinois Lottery's acting superintendent. "'Red Ribbon Cash' is the third Quality of Life ticket we are introducing, and the funds generated from this ticket support HIV/AIDS awareness and prevention programs, research initiatives and various other HIV/AIDS health programs throughout the state," Winnett added.
As of September 2010, approximately 33,000 people reported as living with HIV/AIDS in Illinois. IDPH reports a 10-percent increase in HIV diagnosis among youth ages 13-29, and the proportion of gay, male HIV cases has increased from 73 percent in 2005 to 81 percent in 2009. African Americans also accounted for 52 percent of reported HIV cases in 2009, while accounting for 15 percent of the population in Illinois.
"We can't stress enough the importance of HIV/AIDS awareness," said IDPH's director, Dr. Damon Arnold. "The more people that understand the disease and how it is transmitted, the better we are in preventing the development of new cases in our communities," he continued. "We want to encourage people to get tested and know their status. World AIDS Day allows us to reach many people and get them the information they need to stay healthy. In addition, HIV counseling and testing enables people with HIV to take steps to protect their own health and that of their partners," he added.
During this holiday season, the Illinois Lottery is encouraging residents to support the cause and share the tickets with loved ones and friends as holiday gifts. Recipients can win up to $20,000 and gift givers can give back to a worthy cause.
"Red Ribbon Cash" is sold at Illinois Lottery retailers across the state. Each ticket costs $2, and has four top prizes of $20,000. Net revenue from the sale of Quality of Life tickets will be deposited into an interest-bearing account in the state treasury called the Quality of Life Endowment Fund. |
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