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What You Need To Know About World AIDS Day

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World AIDS Day
What You Need To Know About World AIDS Day © Win McNamee/Getty
World AIDS Day (WAD) is an opportunity for people worldwide to unite in the fight against HIV and AIDS. WAD, organized by The National AIDS Trust, increases awareness of the dangers of HIV and AIDS, including the challenges finding a cure, efforts to prevent the disease and the obstacles faced by those living with the virus.

World AIDS Day takes place annually on December 1.

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