Over a million Americans are estimated to be living with HIV. Worldwide an estimated 33 million people are living with HIV. This coming Tuesday, December 1, 2009 World AIDS Day is set to take place, with the goal being to raise awareness about the terrible disease. There have been many great events that have been planned out for this upcoming World AIDS Day all around the world.

An example of this would be in Hawaii, where there will be special events planned all day Tuesday to increase worldwide awareness. The HIV pandemic continues all around the world, and it is more important than ever for people to stay aware of this.

World AIDS Day is an international event that increases the chance for countries to get aid in regards to the dealing with HIV and AIDS. Places all across the United States as well as around the world will offer free HIV testing on Tuesday to allow people to get checked.

On top of that, information sessions will be planned to help educate the public. World AIDS Day is a major success each and every year, and has been since 1988 when it began. This World AIDS Day, do your part and raise awareness about this terrible disease.

For further information visit: http://www.hhs.gov/aidsawarenessdays/days/world/

http://www.worldaidsday.org/