The Significance of December 1

From the AmFAR website: "For the past 19 years, the world has marked World AIDS Day—December 1—with events commemorating the 25 million people who have died of AIDS and with a recommitment to fighting the epidemic. Each year, the number of people affected by the pandemic increases, and the calls to action grow louder. The message this December 1 is clear: AIDS is not simply someone else’s problem. Under the theme of leadership, this year’s World AIDS Day will highlight the need for strong and committed leaders at all levels of society to join the fight against AIDS."