Northwest Arkansas Rated Second Highest in State for HIV Infections

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FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. -- According to the Center for Disease Control, Northwest Arkansas has the second highest population of those living with HIV, or AIDS, in the state.

In certain cases, especially those who perceive that their risk factors are low, the news of an infection can be even more shocking.

One Northwest Arkansas woman, who has asked not to be identified, stated she was almost suicidal when she found out her diagnosis, which came after donating blood eleven years ago.

Being 49 years old and married, the disease never seemed like a possibility. Once she received the news, she discovered that her husband had been cheating on her.

"I think everybody needs to be checked, and I think they also need to use protection, even if you're married." She told reporters.

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