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Our mission is to foster knowledgeable, caring communities, which ensure quality services and support for people affected by HIV/AIDS

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The Basics

HIV/AIDS

Human Immunodeficiency Virus affects certain white blood cells-CD4 T cells-that manage human immune system responses. — Having AIDS means that the virus has weakened the immune system to the point at which the body has a difficult time fighting infections.

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SERVICES

HIV/Hepatitis C Testing

The Rural AIDS Action Network provides free, confidential or anonymous HIV and Hepatitis C testing

Medical Case Management

This includes intake and assessment, service planning, monitoring and medical care coordination.

Nutrition

RAAN offers monthly food vouchers for qualifying applicants.

Transportation

Transportation Assistance is available for qualifying trips in the form of taxi rides, bus passes, or mileage reimbursement.

Support Groups

Support Group options are available to folks living with HIV/AIDS at locations around Greater Minnesota.

Syringe Exchanges

RAAN offers syringe exchange services in our Duluth, St. Cloud and Mankato offices.

Hibbing Community Connect

Jun 3, 2025 | Event

Please join us in Hibbing for Community Connect at Minnesota North College – Hibbing Campus on Wednesday, June 4th from 10AM – 2PM! Read more

Now Available: Overdose Emergency Kits

Feb 14, 2025 | News

First aid kits. AEDs. Naloxone. Life-saving tools belong together-make sure your emergency station has everything you need to respond to any crisis. Overdose emergencies can happen anywhere, and every second … Read more

Medical Case Management Position – Southwest MN

Oct 29, 2024 | News

RAAN is seeking a 1.0 FTE Medical Case Manager to provide services to a diverse population of individuals living with HIV/AIDS in Minnesota. The position, based in Southwest Minnesota, requires … Read more

Overdose Awareness Week

Aug 30, 2024 | Event, News

This week is #OverdoseAwarenessWeek-a time to remember, acknowledge and bring awareness to lives lost to overdose. We will continue to share useful tips and resources throughout the week to spot & … Read more

Medical Case Management Position – Duluth

Aug 26, 2024 | News

Employment Opportunity Rural AIDS Action Network (RAAN) Medical Case Manager RAAN is seeking a 1.0 FTE Medical Case Manager to provide services to a diverse population of individuals living with … Read more

Join us for National HIV Testing Day!

Jun 21, 2024 | Event

About us

Rural AIDS Action Network leads rural Minnesota in the fight to stop HIV through a broad array of client services, risk reduction, advocacy and awareness.

Our mission

RAAN envisions rural communities where persons living with or affected by HIV/AIDS live dignified lives and receive appropriate and compassionate medical care, and where communities understand the realities of transmission and prevention.