The Anglican Church of Canada will join the world in commemorating World AIDS Day on Dec 1.
World AIDS Day is a time to reflect on the fight against AIDS and raise awareness about the pandemic. First declared by the World Health Organization in 1988, this day celebrates progress made in the battle against the disease and brings into focus the challenges that remain.
According to UN statistics, AIDS has killed more than 20 million people since the first cases were diagnosed in 1981, including 2.9 million in 2003 alone. It is estimated that 37.8 million people were infected with HIV at the end of 2003. Sub-Saharan Africa is the worst hit region, with 70 per cent of all people living with HIV.
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Article By: Diana Mavundus