World AIDS Day, which falls on December 1 every year, was first observed in 1988 to raise awareness about HIV and AIDS while paying tribute to the victims. The day was also celebrated in Tura and Nongpoh on Monday under the theme, “Take the rights path: My health, my rights”.
World AIDS Day is being observed globally on Friday. This day is observed every year on Dec 1 since 1998. It is an international day dedicated to raising awareness about one of the most fatal diseases- AIDS. It is caused by the spread of HIV infection and is a life-threatening condition.
