How To Celebrate World AIDS Day?
What is World AIDS Day?
World AIDS Day is held on 1st December each year to mourn and honor those who have died from this disease and raise awareness about the ongoing need for prevention education as well.
What can people do to celebrate World AIDS Day?
There are so many ways to celebrate this day. You can research how HIV/AIDS impacts communities, teach yourself about the harm of HIV/AIDS. you may want to honor those lost by viewing AIDS memorials. You may want to get an HIV test to mark the day.
In this post, we’re going to give you some tips for celebrating WAD.
Get an HIV Test
This is so important with everyone. Go to your local testing center to check your health.
Join online/ offline events
Learn about some AIDS events in your area and join these events such as running competitions for HIV/AIDS, trade events for this disease, etc,.
Due to the spread of Covid 19, Government restrict some face to face events, however, there are also different kinds of online events that we can enter with a smartphone or laptop connected to the internet. Searching on the internet about events in your country, hometown, etc. Then you can attend those events.
Wear Red
One of the simplest ways to mark World AIDS Day is by wearing a red ribbon. The red ribbon is the universal symbol of awareness and support for those living with HIV and AIDS.
Getting involved in the fight to end HIV may be one of the most rewarding things you’ll ever do. But it’s important to commit to something you feel strongly about, not just because you feel like you “should.”
Think about what you’re passionate about. Perhaps, you’re passionate about talking to children about HIV. Maybe you love the arts and want to honor the countless artists we’ve lost to AIDS by getting involved in an organization focusing on the arts. Decide what is important to you, and then seek out organizations where you can volunteer.
Our focus for the future must remain on prevention. But, in order to prevent the spread of HIV, we need to continue to destigmatize the illness, and we need to continue to talk about the real threat that HIV infection continues to pose. HIV has not gone away, and although you may not believe that you are at risk of HIV, the risk remains.
Fortunately, due to advances in medications, we are continuing on the path towards eradicating this virus, if we all do our part. So this World AIDS Day, let’s celebrate the progress we’ve made, honor those we have lost, educate others, get involved, and unite in our global fight to end this virus.
source: kindclinic
