World AIDS Day

World AIDS Day is on December 1st , WHO is calling on global leaders and citizens to champion the right to health by addressing the inequalities.“ My health, my right!” is the 2024 theme.

Through education, awareness and compassionate services, the NI Sexual Health Action Plan is committed to supporting people to avail of HIV testing, early treatment and on-going support to ensure HIV/AIDS is no longer a threat, and everyone can live a healthy life, free from discrimination and stigma.

The HSC Clinical Education Centre supports World AIDS Day by providing education to raise awareness, enhance staff confidence and promote compassionate care for those living with HIV/Aids.

This World AIDS Day 2024, take the opportunity to attend an HIV update and wear a red ribbon the symbol of hope and compassion.

Further information on how to look after your sexual health is available at www.sexualhealthni.info

HIV prevention hinges on early diagnosis and treatment. Testing is key to this. Testing is available at www.sh24.org.uk