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World AIDS Day 2008

How You Can Spread Awareness On World AIDS Day 2008

By Ramon Johnson, About.com

FAQ: What is World AIDS Day?
World AIDS Day is held worldwide on December 1st of each year. World AIDS Day is an opportunity for people worldwide to unite in the fight against HIV and AIDS, increases awareness of the dangers of HIV and AIDS, address the challenges of finding a cure, discuss efforts to prevent the disease and the remove the obstacles faced by those living with the virus.

FAQ: How can I show my support for World AIDS Day?
There are many ways in which you can get involved on World AIDS Day and throughout the year:
  • FacebookMyspaceTwitter It
    Pick your social app of choice (or choose them all) and spread the world about World AIDS Day. Tell your buddies, your family and your friends that HIV and AIDS are still a global concern and we must all spread messages of prevention and awareness. It's been over 25 years since the first reported AIDS case and we still have yet to find a cure.

  • Blog About It
    Get all of the facts and information you need to know at HIV/AIDS on About.com and join the Bloggers Unite campaign to increase HIV/AIDS awareness.

  • Ad The Badge
    Show your support by adding the AIDS.gov "Facing AIDS" badges to your blog or social app page.

  • Get Tested
    Know your status and encourage your partners and friends to get tested as well. Text "KNOWIT” (566948) or visit hivtest.org to find a testing center near you.

  • Spread The Word
    According to the CDC, there are an estimated 56,300 new HIV infections in the States. Learn more about recent HIV statistics.
FAQ: Where can I get more information on HIV/AIDS?
HIV/AIDS on About.com is a comprehensive resource for HIV/AIDS information, including information and resources for those living with the HIV/AIDS. You can also visit AIDS.gov, a government sponsored HIV/AIDS portal.

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