World Aids Day

Submitted by Ashley on Thu, 2014-11-27 16:56

World Aids Day has been held on December 1st every since 1988.  It is an event that we feel is important to support and this year Time2Talk will be providing extra information for those who wish to learn more about HIV, you will also be able pick up a red ribbon, the universal symbol of awareness and support for those living with HIV, from our office.

You can find out more about World Aids Day by visiting their website here. 

Here are a few facts about HIV:

  • HIV stands for the Human Immunodeficiency Virus.  It is a virus which attacks the body's immune system - the body's defence against disease.
     
  • HIV can be passed on through infected bodily fluids, most commonly via sex without a condom or by sharing infected needles, syringes or other injecting drug equipment.
     
  • There are now more people than ever living with the HIV in the UK - around 100,000 - with a quarter of those people are unaware they have the virus.
     
  • Over 90% of people with HIV in the UK were infected through sexual contact.
     
  • You can now get tested for HIV using a saliva sample.
     
  • HIV is not passed on through spitting biting or sharing utensils.
     
  • Only 1% of babies born to HIV positive mothers have HIV.
     
  • You can get the results of an HIV test in just 15-20 minutes.
     
  • There is no vaccine and no cure for HIV.
     
  • More people than ever before are living with HIV in the UK and 6,000-7,000 people are diagnosed every year.
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World Aids Day

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  • Young Minds: Text YM to 85258
  • Young Minds parents helpline: 0808 802 5544
  • The Mix: 0808 808 4994 - If you are under 25, you can also use their crisis messenger text service
  • SANEline: 0300 304 7000 - If you are experiencing a mental health problem or supporting someone else (4:30pm - 10:30pm every day).
  • Papyrus HOPELINEUK: 0800 068 4141 or text 07786 209 697- If you are under 35 and struggling with suicidal feelings or concerned about a young person who might be (Weekdays 10am - 10pm, weekends 2pm - 10pm)
  • CALM (Campaign against Living Miserably): 0800 58 58 58 - If you identify as male (5pm - midnight every day).
  • Nightline: If you are a student, you can check the Nightline website to see if your university or college offers a night-time listening service.
  • Switchboard: 0300 330 0630 - If you identify as gay, lesbian, bisexual or transgender (10am - 10pm every day) also offer a webchat service

 

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