History, Significance, Quotes That Inspire Hope For A Cure And Continued Research News24 –

World AIDS Vaccine Day, also known as HIV Vaccine Awareness Day, is observed annually on May 18. It serves as a global call for action against HIV/AIDS and highlights the need for a safe and effective vaccine. Despite significant advances in HIV prevention and treatment, vaccine research remains a critical goal. The World AIDS Vaccine Day’s origin dates back to May 18, 1997, when President Bill Clinton highlighted the need for developing a vaccine to prevent HIV/AIDS at Morgan State University in the United States.

Following his address, May 18 was designated as World AIDS Vaccine Day starting in 1998. The HIV/AIDS epidemic continues to affect millions, emphasizing the need to develop an effective vaccine that would help eradicate HIV globally. The significance of World AIDS Vaccine Day lies in promoting Vaccine Research, educating the public, and recognizing the contributions of scientists, volunteers, and healthcare professionals.

World AIDS Vaccine Day 2025 Quotes

“We must encourage people to get educated, to get tested, to get involved in the fight against AIDS.” – Gwen Moore

“I’m a firm believer that education is the most efficient tool we have to make people aware and make our children aware and to protect them from the scourge of the century, which is AIDS.” – Shakira

“Give a child love, laughter, and peace, not AIDS.” – Nelson Mandela

“I have learned more about love, selflessness and human understanding from the people I have met in this great adventure in the world of AIDS than I ever did in the cutthroat, competitive world in which I spent my life.” – Anthony Perkins

“HIV does not make people dangerous to know, so you can shake their hands and give them a hug: Heaven knows they need it.” – Princess Diana

“It is bad enough that people are dying of AIDS, but no one should die of ignorance.” – Elizabeth Taylor

“Everyone can make a real difference. Your voice is needed in a global movement that can change your world.” – Pierce Brosnan

“The AIDS virus is not more powerful than God.”- Marianne Williamson