Today, December 1st, Kenyans joined others all across the world in marking World AIDS Day. The recent numbers reveal that the country as a whole now has a higher positive rate, with counties like Nairobi and Kisumu having the highest infection rates.

Despite the fact that HIV is still a serious public health concern that affects millions of individuals throughout the world, the global HIV response is in jeopardy. As a result of a lack of funding and stagnant progress, millions of lives are at danger as we try to combat HIV.

The failings that have caused HIV to grow and persist as a worldwide health pandemic include division, inequity, and disdain for human rights.

Additionally, the World Health Organization is celebrating World AIDS Day with the slogan “equalize.” The World Health Organization has issued a call to action for governments and individuals around the world to recognize and address the inequalities that are slowing down progress toward ending AIDS and to ensure that all children and key populations, including those who have sex with men, transgender people, drug users, sex workers, and incarcerated people, have access to essential HIV services.

Victims of HIV may feel isolated because they are afraid of the judgment of HIV-negative people. This might be a mistake, as research suggests that early treatment with medicine and a healthy diet can improve the health and longevity of HIV patients.

When there is condom outage in the country, it is more important for adults to practice safe sexual behavior. Parents will want to make sure their kids are safe during the Christmas vacation.