Today's is December 1st, World AIDS Day.
The theme of this year is "Universal Access and Human Rights", here's what we got from www.avert.org about the concept of this year:
"The theme for World AIDS Day 2010 is 'Universal Access and Human Rights'. Global leaders have pledged to work towardsuniversal access to HIV and AIDS treatment, prevention and care, recognising these as fundamental human rights. Valuable progress has been made in increasing access to HIV and AIDS services, yet greater commitment is needed around the world if the goal of universal access is to be achieved. Millions of people continue to be infected with HIV every year. In low- and middle-income countries, less than half of those in need of antiretroviral therapy are receiving it, and too many do not have access to adequate care services.2
The protection of human rights is fundamental to combating the global HIV and AIDS epidemic. Violations against human rights fuel the spread of HIV, putting marginalised groups, such as injecting drug users and sex workers, at a higher risk of HIV infection. By promoting individual human rights, new infections can be prevented and people who have HIV can live free from discrimination.
World AIDS Day provides an opportunity for all of us - individuals, communities and political leaders - to take action and ensure that human rights are protected and global targets for HIV/AIDS prevention, treatment and care are met."
AIDS has killed more than 25 million people since 1981. In 2005, 3 million people died of AIDS, among which 570,000 were children. So please keep it in mind, (1)wear condoms, and (2)do the HIV test every 3 months. Not only to save your life, but also to change the world.
Raise awareness, make a better place to live for all of us.
