HIV is one of the least talked about disease all over the world. People who have it are afraid to talk about it because of the stigma that comes along with having such disease. Because of the judgment, ridicules and insults hurled at them for having HIV; it has become difficult for these people to seek the medical attention that they need.
Thankfully though, the society has become a little more forgiving at HIV patients these days. However, that doesn’t erase the fact that many of us do not know the important facts about HIV.
The Facts You Need to Know
■ Based on the UNAIDS record, about 7000 young women contract HIV every week. That means that every 2 minutes, a young woman is impacted by this disease. According to their statistics, women aged 10 to 24 are two times most likely to contract HIV as compared to men in the same age bracket.
■ The UNAIDS – Children & HIV Fact Sheet July 2016 also showed that about 400 children contract HIV every day while about 290 children die due to HIV related illness every day.
■ And after over 30 years, we still weren’t able to eradicate HIV. The sad part is, 30% of the people who are HIV positive are not aware that they have the disease. Most of these people come from the low and middle-income countries, about 25.5 million are living in sub-Saharan Africa while 19.4 million are living in Eastern and Southern Africa.
To know more facts about HIV, please check out these links:
Make HIV History
I believe that the best way to reduce the risk of HIV for both children and adults is to spread awareness about this disease. As a soon-to-be mom, I felt I must protect the future generation from this illness. I want to take part in increasing HIV awareness so I can build a better world to live in for my little man.
That’s why I am very excited to tell you that the HIV treatments have improved during the recent years. In fact, Johnson & Johnson is currently developing a possible HIV vaccine that can benefit millions of children and adults all over the world. This vaccine was formulated to protect people against the variety of HIV strains, and the results of the studies that they have conducted seem promising. They announced this important milestone in the fight against HIV this year’s Global Citizen Festival, and it is time that we tell the world about it.
PRESS PLAY
If you want to be a part of making HIV a history, there’s one thing that you can do! I encourage you to join this anti-HIV campaign by creating your own video that can help spread HIV awareness and put an end to this dreaded disease. Check out some of the videos at Johnson & Johnson’s Make HIV History page.
Jen Walker
November 3, 2017There is so much stigma around HIV, and it definitely doesn’t help with the spread of the disease. I am glad that treatments are more effective than they used to be, but prevention obviously is the better option.
Stephanie Jeannot
November 3, 2017Good to be aware of the statistics of this disease so that it can be something people try to prevent from contracting.
Anosa
November 3, 2017I agree that the knowledge and information is really improving. Still, we should create awareness and acceptance as well as this is not yet very open to some.
Emily Leary
November 3, 2017I’m so glad research had progressed as far as it has, but I know there’s still so much to do in terms of finding a cure and getting the drugs where they’re needed. It would be amazing if it was eradicated in our lifetime!
Akamatra
November 3, 2017I didn’t know that the number was this high! 7000 women per year seems very sad for the day and age we live in.
Milton Goh
November 3, 2017I agree that there is a stigma about this disease, especially because shows tend to show it being contracted by people who sleep around with many different partners.
Hopefully the vaccine will work – it will literally save millions of lives if they are made easily available and affordable to all who need it.
Pooja Kawatra
November 3, 2017This is much-needed awareness for the entire world and to really gain some knowledge with facts rather than just hiding the topic.
Cynthia Nicoletti
November 3, 2017A very important topic that some don’t find comfortable talking about. I am going to look further into what I can do to help.
Rhian Westbury
November 3, 2017This is definitely something which needs to have more raised awareness as you don’t see as much about it as we should x
Amber Myers
November 3, 2017I will check out this campaign for sure. I’m glad there is something like that out there. This needs to be talked about more!
Rose
November 3, 2017I haven’t heard about HIV lately but when I was growing up it was very talked about. Of course I know it wouldn’t be gone but it’s sad how it has taken a back burner to other diseases and illnesses. Based on your statistics it’s still an issue that also needs to be publicized.
TColeman
November 3, 2017This is definitely one of those topics that is not talked about enough. We really need to start opening up more about it!
michenn
November 3, 2017Ahh I did a write up on this last year. Such great information to know and a lot of the general public isn’t aware of it either.
Katie
November 3, 2017It’s good to be knowledgeable about important issues that affect the world. I’m glad that companies are taking steps to spread awareness about AIDS.
Shubhada Bhide
November 3, 2017Glad you are raising awareness about HIV. This is a really important topic that people need to know, especially those who are suffering from this disease. great and really informative article
Linda Hobbis
November 3, 2017Great news that there will finally be a vaccine. I remember when AIDS first appeared in the UK in the Media and the fear it generated. Things have improved vastly but perhaps not quick enough.
Ithfifi
November 3, 2017Its heart breaking to know so many die each year from this disease, you’d think by now that it would be something that was more openly talked about, people shouldn’t have to keep this to themselves for fear of how they will be treated. It is a good cause to raise awareness for and I am glad for those who work hard to one day find a cure.
Sarah Bailey
November 3, 2017HIV is definitely something that needs to be spoken about more, it is good that people are starting to understand it more and things are getting better for those who suffer.
Kiwi
November 3, 2017Thanks for spreading the knowledge on this. Its good to know that the HIV disease has made improvements on medicine and healing options.
Yvon Lux
November 3, 2017OMG 7000 women every week!! That’s so insane. Is that for women in the US or is that a global stat? I know HIV is a high risk in many countries including Southeast Asia. How common is it in the US?
Thena
November 3, 2017Great post about HIV. It is so important that we continue to try to find a cure for this. It needs to not affect so many people!
Rebecca Smith
November 3, 2017Such an important campaign! Baffles me why it isn’t more talked about when it is such a horrible disease for people to suffer from x
Rain
November 3, 2017i have a lot of friends who work in health so, there is constant talk about HIV and ways to prevent and reach out but, you’re right, in regular spaces it’s not discussed at all. Almost a ‘not my problem’ type of situation. If it doesn’t affect people personally then it stays on the back burner.
Emily Terrell
November 3, 2017I don’t think a blind eye should be turned to HIV. I think we should be open. These days, any STD can be transmitted by anyone. Unless a person is a virgin, no one is truly safe anymore. Too many people sleeping with other people.
Claudia Krusch
November 3, 2017We need to keep to spreading awareness about HIV. I will have to join this anti-HIV campaign and share this post with my friends.
Dannii
November 3, 2017This is a great campaign and HIV is something that needs to be spoken about more widely.
Laura H
November 3, 2017Jesus when you look at the statistics it’s incredible that people don’t talk about this more! Can’t believe 7000 women contract HIV a week!!
Rosey
November 3, 2017I think it’s wonderful that you’re raising awareness. I love that you’re considering your son too… a world without HIV would def. be better for future generations.
Tanvi Rastogi
November 3, 2017Thanks for sharing the information about HIV treatments. I will look more into it over the weekend 🙂
❥ tanvii
Sally Akins
November 3, 2017The prognosis for people with HIV has improved such a lot over the last 30 years. But it’s so wrong that people in low and middle-income countries don’t have the same access to drugs as those in richer countries. I’m really hopeful that a vaccine and/or cure will be found in my lifetime.
Ting
November 3, 2017I think that there are so many people turn a blind eye to things that they don’t think will affect them. Ignorance is bliss as they say. It’s good to hear that we have medical science advancing us every day regardless though. Tx
Ana De- Jesus
November 3, 2017Thank so much for raising awareness of HIV it is so important that we continue to shed light as it could affect any one of us! I had no idea that 400 children contract aids a day that is so sad!
Ruth Bloch
November 3, 2017Really wonderful idea to vaccinate against this pernicious disease. I would hope that with education, HIV has become less stigmatised!
Bismah-Bonnie
November 4, 2017I feel that as long as people refuse to talk about the subject of HIV it will continue to escalate. There needs to be more education about the disease as well as support systems put in place for those affected.
Emman Damian
November 4, 2017This is a very critical social issue! It should be celebrated and give awareness to people.
sarah
November 4, 2017Awareness campaign really helps. I love supporting programs that save lives. It is also good news that HIV treatments are getting better!
AGNES
November 4, 2017What a good cause. Its good to know that HIV treatments have improved through the years and people can still live full lives with the disease .
Nicole FlInt
November 4, 2017HIV is something we all should be talking about everyday. There’s still a stigma around it and I don’t understand why.
ankit
November 4, 2017we need to raise more awareness about HIV to whole world..people still hesitate to talk on this. this post needs to be shared as much we can.
Denay DeGuzman
November 4, 2017It’s heartbreaking to learn how many people suffer from HIV and AIDS. Like fighting Cancer, as countries and individuals we need to more provide funding for research.
Susie P
November 5, 2017Hello, Angela .
It really saddens me that the percentage of HIV people are rising year by year. It is really important to get check every year to make sure your negative with it.
Elizabeth O
November 5, 2017This is such a great awareness for HIV Aids. I didn.t know that women as a lot of cases of HIV Aids every week. I hope a lot of people know about the cases, the facts in HIV.
Suzanne Spiegoski
November 5, 2017What an informative article about HIV! I truly enjoyed reading this, thanks babe! xo, Suzanne~
Candice Nikeia
November 5, 2017Thank you so much for this important information! It’s great to know that there are medicines that are there to help prevent HIV!
FritHa
November 5, 2017I’m so surprised at how high the number is, thanks for sharing x
Prasad
November 6, 2017Thank such a great amount for bringing issues to the light of HIV it is important to the point that we keep on shedding light as it could influence any of us! I had no clue that 400 kids contract helps a day that is so tragic!
melissa major
November 6, 20177000 women a week is so high, glad that they are more effective treatments but prevention is best option. Its great you are raising awareness.
WhatLauraLoves
November 8, 2017I really feel as though HIV is still a subject that isnt talked about enough so any posts on it are great. Its awesome that treatment is becoming more effective xxx