WORLD AIDS DAY

Every year on December 1st, the world observes World AIDS Day as a way to bring attention to the AIDS pandemic that is being caused by the spread of HIV infection. It's a chance for people all throughout the world to come together, support individuals who are HIV positive, remember those who have lost their lives to AIDS-related illnesses, and push for more being done to stop new infections.

The virus that causes acquired immunodeficiency syndrome is called the human immunodeficiency virus, or HIV (AIDS). HIV damages and compromises the immune system of an individual who contracts the virus. They are more vulnerable to potentially fatal infections and malignancies as their immune system deteriorates.

Established by the World Health Organization (WHO) to raise awareness of the rapidly spreading AIDS pandemic, World AIDS Day was first commemorated in 1988. Since then, it has developed into a crucial forum for businesses, governments, and people all around the world to show their support for putting an end to the HIV/AIDS epidemic.

The theme of World AIDS Day in 2023 is "LET COMMUNITIES LEAD!" The theme places a strong emphasis on how communities affect global health and the HIV response.

World AIDS Day is a global call to action to combat stigma, increase public awareness, and assist those who are HIV/AIDS positive. It's a day to take stock of the accomplishments and recognise the ongoing difficulties. This day inspires people to band together as a nation, community, and individual against the HIV/AIDS pandemic.

World AIDS Day is more than just a day to be observed; it's a call to action. It calls on governments, communities, and people to make HIV/AIDS prevention, treatment, and support services their top priorities. We can make great progress towards fulfilling the Sustainable Development Goals of the United Nations, which include eliminating the HIV/AIDS epidemic by 2030, by tackling the underlying causes of inequality and promoting inclusivity.

According to the well-known adage, "Prevention is better than cure," there are numerous steps one can take to stop the spread of HIV. Safe intercourse, Get tested and treated for STDs, Single sexual partner, Abstinence from unhygienic practice such as sharing needles, Get tested for HIV, Usage of HIV prevention medicines such as pre-and post-exposure prophylaxis.