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On December 1st, 2023, as the global community commemorates World AIDS Day, UNAIDS emphasizes the pivotal role of communities in the fight against HIV/AIDS. JAKARTA - December 2, 2023 — This year's theme, "Let Communities Lead," underscores the importance of community engagement and support in achieving the goal of ending AIDS by 2030.In 2022, AIDS claimed the lives of 630 thousand people globally, with Indonesia reporting 26,000 death cases. Despite a 38% decline in global HIV infection rates since 2010, challenges persist, especially in ensuring accessible access to anti-retroviral (ARV) treatment. Alarmingly, UNAIDS data reveals that in Indonesia, two out of three people living with HIV (PLHIV) lack access to ARVs, highlighting a significant gap.
Source: AsiaOne