World AIDS Day: Andhra Medical College organises awareness rally in Visakhapatnam
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World AIDS Day: Andhra Medical College organises awareness rally in Visakhapatnam

The Hindu  

Andhra Medical College’s Department of Community Medicine organised an awareness programme, on the occasion of World AIDS Day, under the guidance of Professor A. Krishna Veni, on Beach Road in Visakhapatnam on Sunday. The programme, inaugurated by Dr. Sivananda, Superintendent of King George Hospital and Dr. Vijaya, a renowned gastroenterologist from California, USA, saw the enthusiastic participation of over 500 undergraduate and postgraduate students, interns, and faculty, who emphasised the importance of HIV/AIDS prevention, treatment, and breaking the stigma. “Advances in HIV treatment and prevention are remarkable, but our biggest challenge remains ensuring equal access to healthcare and breaking the stigma that prevents many from seeking care,” said Dr. Vijaya. “Awareness is the first step toward prevention, and our collective effort today is a step closer to an AIDS-free world,” said Dr. A. Krishnaveni, Professor and Head of Community Medicine.

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