Awareness Day...

This article reminds us tomorrow is National Gay Men's HIV/AIDS Awareness Day in the USA.  The point of the day is for remembrance & planning for the future.   Over a quarter of a million gay/bi men have died in the past 30+ years from this virus.  During this time we've made great strides.  However, it seems those younger members of the gay/bi community aren't getting the message.  The transmission rates among young gay/bi's are increasing, especially among men of color.

During the late 80's & most of the 90's, HIV was being talked about everywhere.  You couldn't avoid hearing about it.  There were commercials, drag shows & benefits that pushed for HIV/AIDS awareness & assistance.  There were condoms at every bar & the gay papers had huge ads.  Now, sadly, a lot of that is gone.  These younger men seem to have this idea that HIV doesn't matter anymore.  They're wrong.

Tomorrow is about recalling those who have passed & all the advancements that've been made.  More importantly it should be a wake up call to those who haven't got the message to get tested & be as safe as possible.   Here's hoping the day is a success.

Cya...