When is National Gay Men’s Hiv/aids Awareness Day?
Wednesday September 27thNational Gay Men's HIV/AIDS Awareness Day (NGMHAAD), which takes place each year in September, raises awareness and raises awareness of the condition. The day also focuses on finding ways to prevent the disease.
MensHIVAIDSAwarenessDay is a national awareness day in the United States
As part of a routine physical, the Centers for Disease Control recommends that anyone between the ages of 13 and 64 have an HIV test. For those that are sexually active, the CDC recommends testing once a year and occasionally more often, depending on risk factors.
The day encourages a more open dialogue between partners as well. Improving knowledge of the disease and access to testing can help reduce risk.
Those with HIV/AIDs must understand the benefits of continuous therapy. Since HIV weakens the immune system, it is also vital to have a vaccination regimen.