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The Alliance for Positive Change held a community health fair in Washington Heights, offering crucial health resources and support to residents. The organization, known for its year-round commitment to helping low-income New Yorkers living with HIV and other chronic health issues, views this event as part of their ongoing mission to serve the community. “If someone wants to learn about a medical provider we have tables right there, our testing van is over there where you can get tested for HIV, HEPC and monkeypox,” said Arnaldo Jara, vice president of Care Management at the Alliance for Positive Change. The Alliance for Positive Change was founded to support those in need, especially in underserved communities. According to recent city data, Washington Heights and Inwood have 27.9 diagnoses of HIV per 100,000 people. The organization’s efforts extend beyond events like this health fair. “We try to improve health outcomes. We provide them with basic needs like pharmacy…..