World AIDS Day: Honoring the Past, Educating for the Future
On December 1 every year, the world unites to observe World AIDS Day—a time to reflect, educate, and raise awareness about HIV/AIDS. It’s a day of remembrance for those who have lost their lives to this pandemic and a call to action to prevent further spread and stigma associated with the virus. Understanding the Dangers of HIV/AIDS HIV (Human Immunodeficiency Virus) attacks the immune system, weakening the body’s ability to fight infections and diseases. When left untreated, HIV can progress to AIDS (Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome), the most advanced stage of the disease. The causes of HIV transmission primarily include unprotected …