02.12.2025
World AIDS Day: Red Ribbon Campaign at the Biology Department
The Biology Department held a "Red Ribbon" campaign and a quiz on HIV/AIDS to mark World AIDS Day. Faculty members highlighted key HIV/AIDS issues, questions and prevention measures for first-year students and students of the Pre-University Training Faculty.
Every year on December 1 the world celebrates World AIDS Day – a major global health event designed to raise awareness of the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) and acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS). It's not only a day of education but also a wonderful opportunity to show solidarity with the millions of people whose lives have been directly or indirectly impacted by the virus.
In 2025 World AIDS Day will be celebrated under the theme “Overcoming challenges transforming the AIDS response.”
Frequently asked questions about World AIDS Day:
When is World AIDS Day observed?
— World AIDS Day is observed annually on December 1st.
What is the main goal of World AIDS Day?
— The main goal is to raise awareness about HIV/AIDS honor the memory of those who have died from the epidemic and express support for people living with HIV.
Who is leading the World AIDS Day campaign?
— The global campaign for World AIDS Day is led by the Joint United Nations Programme on HIV/AIDS (UNAIDS) with the support of various international and local organizations, governments and individuals.
Is it easy to tell whether someone has HIV by their appearance?
— That's a FALSE. In fact in the early stages of the disease, someone infected with HIV may be in good health and unaware they are carrying the virus. This can last for several years. But then if timely treatment isn't provided an "avalanche effect" can occur causing the patient to "burn out" in a matter of months.
What is the meaning of the red ribbon?
— The red ribbon is a universal symbol of awareness and support for people living with HIV as well as solidarity with those who have died from AIDS-related illnesses.
What is antiretroviral therapy (ART)?
— Antiretroviral therapy is a combination of drugs that suppress the HIV virus allowing people with HIV to live longer and healthier lives and significantly reducing the risk of HIV transmission.
V.V. Kontsevaya, responsible for ideological and educational work at the Department of Biology
