National Latino Aids Awareness Day
National Latino Aids Awareness Day:
Nation Latino Aids Day or the National Latinx AIDS Awareness is celebrated annually on the 15th of October.
| Year | Date | Day | Where |
| 2023 | 15th October | Sunday | United States |
| 2023 | 15th October | Tuesday | United States |
| 2025 | 15th October | Wednesday | United States |
Twitter Hashtags:
#NationalLatinoAidsAwarenessDay
#LatinoAidsAwarenessDay
Related: Other National Days Celebrated on October 15th:
National Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Day
National White Cane Safety Day
Why National Latino Aids Awareness Day?
National Latino Aids Awareness Day is celebrated to aware the Hispanic/Latino population of America the impact of HIV aids on this population. This promotes HIV testings and prevention among the Hispanic and Latino population of America.
There are almost more than 1.1 million people who are living with this infection. Usually, one out of seven infected people is not even aware of this. Usually, there is a lot of Aids Awareness day all over the year that targets specific groups of people. Hispanics and Latinos were responsible for nearly 26% of new cases in 2016.
The story behind the celebration of this day has a long and interesting history. Let’s take a look at it!
NLAAD campaigns strive to promote and providing information against the prevention of HIV. Cultural barriers are present that preach against any disease called AIDS. However, it is vital to have good knowledge about this infection.
The first National Latino AIDS Awareness Day was initiated in 2003, under the leadership of Dennis DeLeon. This event was held as AIDS was disproportionately more among the Latinos, who comprised almost 14% of the United States population. Events were celebrated almost across 100 cities that included New York, Miami, and also Los Angeles. In 2004, NLAAD had a theme that said, “Open your eyes, HIV has no borders.” This year events were performed almost across 250 cities.
In 2005, the number of partner organizations went up to almost 1000, and it was celebrated almost across 350 cities. This year also had some television coverage of the event as many press releases and conferences were held. 2006 had the theme that said, “Knowledge is power. Get the facts. Get tested for HIV.” The fifth NLAAD was celebrated in 2007, and the sixth NLAAD in 2008 saw the invention of an official media component that is “SOY” or “I AM.” “SOY” is a Spanish media campaign that consists of stories of many Latino people who have had HIV. This also contains the parts where the loved one of the affected people helped them.
In 2009, the NLAAD theme said, “united we can stop HIV and prevent AIDS.” This was then followed by the launch of the bi-lingual official website of NLAAD.
At the end of the day, everyone, including the Hispanics and Latino population, is all of our duties. NLAAD is doing its parts, but we should also contribute. This Is a problem that can be solved if we stand united. People are usually embarrassed or ashamed to even confront this disease. They fear their reputation. This is something that can be changed if all of us support those who need help. This is a very strong stigma, and we will have to stand united to overcome the problem.
AIDS is a very dangerous disease that may last for a lifetime and maybe very serious. The age group between 13 to 64 can easily receive HIV and get infected. The Centers suggest for Disease Controls that sexually active people should get tested at least once a week. It is better to be safe rather than sorry!
How Can We Observe National Latino Aids Awareness Day:
There are a lot of ways to celebrate this day. Some of them are listed below!
- Make your contribution to an event. You could contribute by volunteering or managing and attending the event. This day strives for both prevention as well as treatment of HIV AIDS.
- Get tested- The best way is first to make sure you are free from AIDS. Get tested and check for your well-being.
- Have safe intercourse and limit the number of sexual partners. This is the best way to prevent the spread of HIV.
- Help someone in need. If you see someone suffering, make sure you are there to support them.
- Social media is a very powerful platform. Spread awareness by putting up hashtags like #NationalLatinoAidsAwarenessDay.
Interesting Facts About National Latino Aids Awareness Day:
Some interesting facts about the Nationals Aids Awareness Latino Days are
- This day is also known as National Latinx Aids Awareness Day.
- The full form of AIDS is Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome.
- HIV is the virus that causes AIDS.
- There is an increased risk of AIDS among adolescent girls.
- Due to lack of services, almost 690000 people died from AIDS or other HIV-related causes in 2019. Almost 1.7 million people were affected.
- Once AIDS is developed, it lasts for a lifetime. Treatments are there, but there is no full recovery.
History Of National Latino Aids Awareness Day:
The Latino Commission on AIDS or LOCA is an organization that was one of the first to promote this day. This day is celebrated to bring awareness among the Hispanic and Latino population of America who suffers from AIDS a lot.
