What does this measure?

The number of people living with AIDS, per 100,000 residents.

Why is this important?

AIDS is the final stage of HIV infection. Although there is no cure, new treatments are helping people with HIV and AIDS live longer.

How is the Greater Capital Region performing?

In 2006, there were 121 people living with AIDS per 100,000 residents in the Greater Capital Region, slightly higher than the state (excluding New York City) rate of 117. Since 2000, the number of people in the region living with AIDS increased 50%. The state has seen a similar increase. Albany and Schenectady county have the highest prevalence of AIDS in the region at 190 and 146 per 100,000 residents, respectively.

Notes about the data

CGR calculated rates using Census population estimates. Figures do not include prisoners, because including prisoners distorts comparisons among counties with and without correctional facilities. Schoharie County’s rates are considered unstable because they are based upon small numbers, which makes it difficult to distinguish random fluctuation from true changes.