1 DECEMBER – WORLD AIDS DAY
December 1, 2008 in Uncategorized
World AIDS Day
According to UNAIDS estimates, there are now 33.2 million people living with HIV, including 2.5 million children. During 2007 some 2.5 million people became newly infected with the virus. Around half of all people who become infected with HIV do so before they are 25 and are killed by AIDS before they are 35.
Around 95% of people with HIV/AIDS live in developing nations. But HIV today is a threat to men, women and children on all continents around the world.
Started on 1st December 1988, World AIDS Day is about raising money, increasing awareness, fighting prejudice and improving education. World AIDS Day is important in reminding people that HIV has not gone away, and that there are many things still to be done.
SOUTH AFRICA
South Africa is currently experiencing one of the most severe AIDS epidemics in the world. At the end of 2007, there were approximately 5.7 million people living with HIV in South Africa, and almost 1,000 AIDS deaths occurring every day.1
A number of factors have been blamed for the increasing severity of South Africa’s AIDS epidemic, and debate has raged about whether the government’s response has been sufficient. This page looks at the impact that AIDS has had on South Africa, the historical context of the epidemic, and the major issues surrounding the crisis.
The scale of South Africa’s AIDS crisis
It is difficult to overstate the suffering that HIV has caused in South Africa. With statistics showing that almost one in five adults are infected, HIV is widespread in a sense that can be difficult to imagine for those living in less-affected countries. For each person living with HIV, in South Africa and elsewhere, not only does it impact on their lives, but also those of their families, friends and wider communities.
It is clear that AIDS is having a devastating impact on South Africa. There are many possible reasons why South Africa has been so badly affected by AIDS, including poverty, social instability and a lack of government action. One way to gain a better insight into the situation is to look back on the history of AIDS in South Africa.
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browniegirl xxx
canda1 said on December 1, 2008
Good post! I often forget about the impact that AIDS has, living in a country where it is relatively unknown. Having however lived in rural Zambia and also in SA I know all to well the impact it does have and the importance of creating an awareness of this terrible disease! Have a great week:)
LadyRaven said on December 1, 2008
intrestingly the stats on Death from aids are skewed since it is often not written on the death certificate. It’s appalling
latte said on December 1, 2008
Hey brownie, popping in to say hi
xxx
Cosmos said on December 1, 2008
Hey you, love the avatar ;-p
Did a post re weekend. (see ‘fine print’)
Hope your week is more than you wish for!
Sundancer said on December 1, 2008
Hi Browniegirl. Thanks for the visit. My friends all did the Toy Run yesterday in Joburg. Would have loved to be with them. Have a lovely day.
sideview said on December 1, 2008
so important that we do NOT let up on the education process.
prevention is so much better than dealing with it after someone is infeted.
we are all to a greater or leser degree affected by the epidemic.
I just wish we had a really agressive advertising and eductional campaign explaining the real risks to everyone.
vusiv said on December 1, 2008
Is this the day that Zuma is supposed to have unprotected sex?
half-pint said on December 1, 2008
I’ve had far too many friends die of this terrible scourge.
I’m so jealous of you and hubby having a bike – my DOF refuses to get another one
~xx~
Collywolly said on December 1, 2008
Tagine & Tea – thanx so much….we see so much of it and its effects. Have a good week too
) xxx
pn said on December 1, 2008
I have much faith in our new Minister of Health going forward in SA after having lost a few friends to this dreaded illness. Thanks for visiting:)
Moonz said on December 1, 2008
Hi my doll… sent you mail.
Was watching the TV broadcasts today on AIDS day. The stats are horrific.
I will take it easy, next week.. when I come to CT
xxx and hugs
Collywolly said on December 1, 2008
Lady Raven – appalling indeed
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Collywolly said on December 1, 2008
Nafisa – nice to see you girl.
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Collywolly said on December 1, 2008
Kosmos. thankx i been over to read all about it. Nice one…..:o) xxx
Collywolly said on December 1, 2008
Sundancer – hi there, i believe it was wonderful and very well attended this year. Have a good week xxx
Collywolly said on December 1, 2008
Sidey – indeed you are so right friend….xxx
Collywolly said on December 1, 2008
Vusi – my friend I have missed you!! Ja, I suppose it is but I only hope he remembered the shower mate
) xxx
Collywolly said on December 1, 2008
Halfy – now I wonder what DOF stands for??? Could it be dear old friend? NO? what about darling other friend? Still no? Ok what about Dumb old Fart???? Yes????
) shame darlin. What happened to the other one??? Maybe therein lies the reason 
) xxx
Collywolly said on December 1, 2008
foodjunkie – yes I think a lot of us have, we just have to wait and see…..have a great week
) xxx
Collywolly said on December 1, 2008
Dinx – really?? Next week???? Cool man
) Well try to rest a littl bit anyway?? Hugs and love xxx
Rockybaby said on December 1, 2008
Evening browniegirl
I found it quite touching that you blogged about advent. I still adhere to that tradition, same as the advent kalender. My christmas tree is and the first tray of austrian vanille gipferl was demolished by hubs yesterday without one eye blink.
Rocky wants to send you some special love. You are always leaving such loving comments for her.
And please don’t tell me – another DETOX day?
Sleep tight.
Collywolly said on December 1, 2008
Rockybaby – thanx so much, I love the spirit of advent. and ooooh thanx Ive always got time for some Rockybaby love
) And yes, another detox day!!! Have a great week xxx
cohoots said on December 2, 2008
morning BrownieGirl
Cosmos said on December 2, 2008
Busy yes, but loved every moment of it. Would love to try and meet up with you when in CT….
Collywolly said on December 2, 2008
scally – hello there
) xxx
Collywolly said on December 2, 2008
Kosmos – Im sure you enjoyed it….maar nie daai donkie nie ne???
) xxx