No mi gente... Carlos Santos wasn't back in the classroom. But he was taking un examen muy importante. For the second time in less than a year, Carlos was tested for the HIV/AIDS virus. He took part in a kick-off event in New York City sponsored by the Latino Commission on AIDS to commemorate National Latino AIDS Awareness Day which is held on October 15th.

We asked Carlos why he felt it was so important to be tested for HIV/AIDS.

"Getting tested is quick, easy and more importantly, saves lives."

Oh and did we forget to mention that Carlos was not alone when he was tested? Mariela Lucas, Miss Dominican Republic U.S. 2008, also showed her support by getting tested as well. Ms. Lucas told the audience that she feels its even more important for young Latinas to empower themselves by getting tested and taking care of and control of their own bodies.

"It’s unfortunate that Latinos are a 28% of those are known to be living with HIV/AIDS. I hope and need to wake up young girls with certain responsibilities such as protection, getting tested and spreading the word."

For more information on getting tested and educating yourself on sexually transmitted diseases, check out www.GYT09.org.

Just about everyone is freaking out about the recent swine flu epidemic including Gloria Trevi.

The Mexican pop star recently canceled all of her tour dates in Spain due to the deadly outbreak that penetrated her country two weeks ago. The Health Secretary of Mexico, José Ángel Córdova has confirmed that at least twenty deaths have been reported thus far. As a result, a great sense of fear as taken over as everyone waits for answers in regards to how the disease was born.

La Trevi decided to cancel and stay with her family to ensure that they are as safe as possible. She apologized to all of her Spanish fans and declared that she will visit Madrid once the madness is over. We are glad she knows to put familia and salud first.

Join the preventive wave and get your hand sanitizer out ahora! [Notimex]

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Doctors aren't the only ones who value la salud...

Roquero Beto Cuevas also advocates for los enfermos by joining the non-profit organization, "Padres Latinos Contra el Cáncer," which aids families with quality care and medical support. During a press conference, the Chilean vocalist declared that about 50% of children that die of cancer in California are Latinos. Want to make a difference along with Beto? Visit IamHope.org and find out how you can help ahora! [MTV Tr3s Radio Noticias]

Also need a rescue from your Tuesday blues? Get back in the grind with Beto's "Vuelvo."

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