HIV/AIDS has been an epidemic ravaging the continent of Africa for years. For the first time ever there has been an actual decrease of new cases. The official reports states that countries who have been hit the hardest in the past have collectively dropped a full 25% in new reported infected individuals. This amazing jump in numbers is primarily due to the spread of sex education and overall increased awareness of HIV/AIDS, how it is transmitted, and how one can protect themselves from contracting the virus. "For the first time change is happening at the heart of the epidemic," Michel Sidibe, UN Aids executive director, said in a statement. However, this progress could be hindered by the 10 million less dollars that will be put into AIDS/HIV campaigning for the coming year. It is truly tragic that the lack of funds could harm the amazing progress already made.
megan smith
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