Miss Universe Becomes New Ambassador in War against AIDS

By Cindy Saine Miami 21 September 2006

Miss Universe, Zuleyka Rivera, was named the International Ambassador for the Latino Commission on AIDS in Miami Thursday. In her first message, she urged people to get tested for AIDS.

Zuleyka Rivera

Wherever Miss Universe goes, there are usually plenty of cameras and microphones not far behind. Zuleyka Rivera of Puerto Rico has decided to use her title to let the world know how AIDS is devastating the U.S. Latino community, her native Puerto Rico and people around the world. Miss Zuleyka Rivera as the International Ambassador of the Latino Commission on AIDS," said Dennis deLeon.

Latinos make up 14 percent of the U.S. population, but account for 20 percent of all those living with AIDS in the United States today.

Eighteen-year-old Rivera said cultural sensitivities and taboos prevent many people from talking about AIDS as well as about sex.

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