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19/05/23 14:07 PM IST

World AIDS Vaccine Day

In News
  • May 18 is recognized as World AIDS Vaccine Day, an occasion that emphasizes the importance of creating a vaccine for the incurable illness.
About the day
  • The concept of AIDS Vaccine was rooted by the then US President Bill Clinton in his speech at the Morgan State University on May 18, 1997.
  • The day is commemorated to honour thousands of volunteers, health professional, community leaders and scientists who workers together to develop AIDS (Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome) vaccine.
HIV Infection
  • HIV is a viral infection that specifically targets and weakens the immune system, rendering individuals more susceptible to diseases like tuberculosis, certain infections, and even cancer.
  • The most advanced stage of HIV infection is known as acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS).
  • The transmission of HIV occurs through the exchange of certain body fluids such as breast milk, semen, blood, and vaginal fluids.
  • However, it is important to note that HIV does not spread through activities like kissing, hugging, or sharing food.
  • Effective treatment and prevention of HIV can be achieved through antiretroviral therapy (ART).
  • By undergoing ART, individuals can achieve viral suppression, which prevents them from transmitting the virus to others. Ensuring early access to this therapy is crucial in effectively curtailing the spread of HIV.
HIV in India
  • The total number of HIV patients in India as of 2017 is 21.4 lakhs.
  • However, the number of HIV cases have been declining in India. Between 1995 and 2017, the number of HIV cases in India declined by 85%.
Source- India Today

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