“End inequalities. End AIDS” is this year’s theme for World Aids Day, which will be celebrated on 1^st December.

The day is an opportunity for public and private partners to spread awareness about the status of the pandemic and encourage progress in HIV/AIDS prevention, treatment and care around the world.

AIDS (Acquired immunodeficiency syndrome) is a chronic, potentially life-threatening condition caused by the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV). By damaging your immune system, HIV interferes with your body’s ability to fight infection and disease. HIV is a sexually transmitted infection (STI),.

Communications Officer at the Health Promotion Unit on Nevis, Ms. Shelagh James, mentioned an event the unit will hold in light of the observance.

Ms. Shelagh James. Registration began on Monday 15^th November and for more details call 469-5521.