Bay Area observes World AIDS Day

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Since the AIDS epidemic was first recognized 41 years ago, 675,000 Americans have died. 72 San Franciscans died in 2020 from HIV-related causes, 2019 saw 70 deaths, 2018 saw 73 and 2017 saw 83. The event will honor Cleve Jones, who founded the AIDS Quilt in the 1980s. Jones, 68, will be receiving a lifetime of commitment award.

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Times of India

Aids Day Observed

The Mysuru branch of Family Planning Association (FPA, India) observed World AIDS Day-2022 at its branch premises on Thursday. A rally to spread awareness on HIV/AIDS and a street play marked the day.

4 months ago·Mumbai, India

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The Hindu

World AIDS Day observed in Madurai

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KIFI

SIPH observes World AIDS Day

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4 months ago·Idaho Falls, United States

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Dawn

World AIDS Day

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WVTM

World AIDS Day on December 1

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4 months ago·Birmingham, United States

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Kron 4 News

Bay Area observes World AIDS Day

SAN FRANCISCO (KRON) – Bay Area residents who want to take time today to commemorate World AIDS Day have several options both in San Francisco and in the South Bay. Since the AIDS epidemic was first recognized 41 years ago, 675,000 Americans have died. The human immunodeficiency virus, which causes AIDS, has been able to […]

4 months ago·S F, United States

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