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World AIDS Day is celebrated every year on December 1st. This day is not just a date, but a symbol of the global fight against HIV and AIDS. The purpose of this special day is to spread accurate information about HIV and AIDS, dispel fear and misconceptions, offer love and support to those battling the virus, and remember those who have passed away.
Even today, many people live under the shadow of misconceptions and fear about this disease, so spreading awareness and accurate information is crucial. This year's theme is "Overcoming Barriers, Improving the AIDS Response." This means that we must overcome the problems and barriers associated with HIV and AIDS and provide better health services.
When is World AIDS Day celebrated?
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World AIDS Day was established by the World Health Organization in 1988. Since then, people around the world have celebrated this day every year to raise awareness and unite against this disease. In India, the Ministry of Health and NACO (National AIDS Control Organization) are the main drivers of this campaign, spreading the message through free testing camps, awareness programs in schools and colleges, and the media.
What is AIDS?
It is a type of infectious disease due to which the white blood cells of the body start getting destroyed and the body's immunity keeps on decreasing. It is caused by the entry and infection of a virus called Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV AIDS). This disease can enter the body through contaminated blood, vaccination with infected injection, semen and unsafe sex. There is no progress and adequate treatment or cure available for it yet. Its cure is prevention and adequate information about it.
No longer an incurable disease
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HIV is no longer an incurable disease. With timely testing and treatment, anyone can live a healthy life. India has achieved considerable success in this regard. In the last few years, AIDS-related deaths have declined significantly. By 2024, the number of AIDS-related deaths will decrease by approximately 81 percent to just 32,200.
The Government is Providing Free Medicine
The government is providing free ART (Artificial Arterial Therapy) to more than 1.8 million HIV-positive people. 94 percent of patients are taking their medication regularly, and 97 percent have suppressed the virus to the point where they neither fall ill nor spread the infection.
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India has become a benefactor for other countries
India has helped many countries provide affordable medicines and is close to achieving the United Nations' 95-95-95 target, which means more people are aware of the disease, have access to medicine, and can suppress the virus. World AIDSDay reminds us that with understanding and compassion, we can fight this disease.
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