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What is the main purpose of World AIDS Day?

Celebrating the progress made in AIDS research and treatment

Raising awareness of the AIDS pandemic and mourning those who've died of the disease (correct)

Advocating for government funding for AIDS patients

Promoting HIV infection as a manageable condition

What is the relationship between HIV and AIDS?

HIV and AIDS are interchangeable terms for the same condition

AIDS is caused by a different virus than HIV

HIV is a less severe form of AIDS

HIV causes AIDS by attacking the immune system (correct)

Who observes World AIDS Day?

Healthcare professionals in developed countries

Only individuals who have been directly affected by HIV/AIDS

Exclusively the World Health Organization (WHO)

Government and health officials, non-governmental organizations, and individuals around the world (correct)

How is World AIDS Day significant in global public health campaigns?

<p>It is one of the eleven official global public health campaigns marked by the World Health Organization (WHO)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the impact of the HIV virus on the patient's immune system?

<p>It attacks the immune system and reduces its resistance to other diseases</p> Signup and view all the answers

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World AIDS Day

The main purpose of World AIDS Day, observed on December 1st, is to raise awareness about AIDS (Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome) and HIV (Human Immunodeficiency Virus), as well as to mourn those who have died from the disease.

HIV and AIDS

HIV is the virus that causes AIDS, by attacking and weakening the body's immune system, making it difficult to fight off infections and diseases.

Observance of World AIDS Day

Governments, organizations, and individuals around the world observe World AIDS Day to promote awareness, education, and advocacy on HIV/AIDS prevention, treatment, and research.

Significance in Global Public Health

World AIDS Day is significant in global public health campaigns as it puts the spotlight on the ongoing struggle against HIV/AIDS, promoting international cooperation, and solidarity in the fight against the disease.

Impact of HIV on the Immune System

The HIV virus severely weakens the patient's immune system by destroying CD4 cells, making the body vulnerable to opportunistic infections and cancers, and eventually leading to AIDS if left untreated.

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Test your knowledge about HIV and AIDS on World AIDS Day with this informative quiz. From the history of the pandemic to current treatment options, this quiz covers key facts and statistics about HIV and AIDS.