HIV/AIDS has claimed 30+ million lives since discovery. Its impact on society can be seen worldwide through the illness itself, discrimination, and even economically. Learn how this disease affects the lives of women around the world (Source: HealthforHer.org)
- AIDS diagnoses among women have increased more than 300% since 1985.
- Louisiana, Florida & New York have the highest rates of AIDS diagnoses among adult and adolescent females in the US.
- The vast majority of women diagnosed with HIV contracted the disease through heterosexual encounters.
May 12-18, 2013, is National Women’s Health Week. One topic that has severely affected women around the world since its discovery is HIV/AIDS. This disease has affected thousands of women around the world. HealthforHer.org is doing their part to increase awareness:
Source: http://www.healthforher.org
Raise awareness during National Women’s Health Week – volunteer, donate to organizations helping those who need care and support, and help educate women and yourself about the risks.
