1st December, WORLD AIDS DAY.
how many people have died from AIDS?
Since the first cases of AIDS were identified in 1981, according to UNAIDS estimates, there are now 33.4 million people living with HIV, including 2.1 million children. During 2008 some 2.7 million people became newly infected with the virus and an estimated 2 million people died from AIDS. Around half of all people who become infected with HIV do so before they are 25 and are killed by AIDS before they are 35.
Although there is no cure for AIDS, HIV infection can be prevented, and those living with HIV can take antiretroviral drugs to prolong the onset of AIDS. However, in many countries across the world access to prevention and treatment services is limited. Global leaders have pledged to work towards universal access to HIV treatment, prevention and care, so that millions of deaths can be averted.
PEOPLE ARE SUFFERING FROM AIDS
so have you played your role?
take a lead, wear a RED RIBBON and light a candle.
do help raise awareness, educate the community, stop HIV and to prevent AIDS.
the mission of CARES is to minimize further transmission of HIV and to maximize the quality of life for all people affected by HIV.
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