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Celebrated the 1st e December, World AIDS Day, which began in 1988, was the first World Health Day. This gives the world the opportunity to unite against this deadly virus of immunodeficiency (HIV) and strengthen its support for HIV-positive people and to remember those who have died.
On this day, it is a reminder to all humanity that the fight against the dreaded virus is still in flames and constant efforts are therefore needed to combat prejudice, raise awareness, educate the mbades and raise the funds needed for its eradication. under the theme "Know your status" this year. WHO will create regional messages and materials on the global theme.
The advocacy and communication of WHO on the occasion of World AIDS Day 2018 will aim to urge the mbades to be more informed about their HIV status through testing care services; and urging policymakers to put into practice and promote a "health for all" agenda for HIV and related health services such as tuberculosis, hepatitis and noncommunicable diseases.
HIV has claimed 35 million lives to date and continues to pose a threat to humanity. In 2017, 9,40,000 people died of HIV worldwide. By 2107, approximately 36.9 million people were infected with HIV and 1.8 million people were suspected of being diagnosed with the virus worldwide. In addition, in 2017, 59% of adults and 52% of children worldwide reported living with the virus and receiving antiretroviral therapy for life. According to the Global News, pregnant women and lactating mothers living with HIV cover up to 80% of the world.
Published: November 26, 2018 at 18:42
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