![]() No less striking, though perhaps less noticeable to the general public, are the obstacles and issues related to human rights, stigma and discrimination that are still faced by people living with HIV in Ukraine. This year, in January-October 2020, 13,277 cases of HIV infection were officially registered in Ukraine, which represents a slight increase (0.5 percent) compared with the same period last year. ![]() This is also a day to address the social and structural barriers they still encounter.Įven though new HIV infections are decreasing globally, in Ukraine the epidemic continues to be a major factor threatening society’s wellbeing. According to UNAIDS, in 2019, 16,405 newly diagnosed HIV cases (4 percent more than in 2018) were reported. On 1 December the world marks World AIDS Day to raise awareness and demonstrate global solidarity with people living with HIV. ![]() ![]() Today, when the world is up against unprecedented challenges caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, it is of the utmost importance to pay attention and show support to those who feel particularly vulnerable due to their health conditions. ![]()
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