In this the month of World AIDS awareness, I would like to invite each and every one of you: Lets not make it just one day to reflect on the reality of HIV and AIDS and to do something towards lessening the plight of the pandemic, rather lets make the commitment to keep it in our minds always, keep ourselves safe, and to tell those we come across about it and how to protect themselves. I know that many of us working in the industry already do this on a daily basis – keep up the good work.
HIV/AIDS is a disease that affects us all in one way or another and each one of us at risk at one time or another and we all need to take care.
It never ceases to amaze me how many people in the so called middle and upper classes have this perception that they are somehow exempt from risk of contracting HIV/AIDS. In my opinion, this is really naive. Each of us who is sexually active is capable of catching and passing on the disease. As we all know HIV can even infiltrate the so called sanctity of marriage, it only takes one partner to be unfaithful and not take care to protect themselves and their spouse. This is why faithfulness, honesty and communication are so important in our relationships.
Just a little something to ponder for those who maybe don’t often or haven’t pondered this.
So, take control, get tested today, know your status and encourage others too!!