Dhaka: In line with the global observance, Bangladesh will observe World AIDS Day tomorrow to raise awareness and curb the deadly disease through appropriate programs. This year's theme for the day is 'remove all barriers; build an AIDS-free society.' Like other countries, the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare has undertaken various initiatives to observe the day.
According to Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha, the National Tuberculosis, Leprosy and AIDS Control Program (TB-L and ASP) reported that 1,438 new AIDS cases were detected in the country between November 2023 and October 2024. During this period, 195 people died of AIDS.
To mark the day, a discussion will be held tomorrow at 10:30 am at the National Institute of Cancer Research and Hospital auditorium. The Director General of the Directorate General of Health Services, Prof. Dr. Md Abu Zafar, will attend the discussion as the chief guest.
Since 1988, World AIDS Day has been observed globally to promote prevention and raise public awareness about AIDS, caused by the HIV virus.