World AIDS Day 2010
Today marks the 22nd anniversary for
World AIDS Day.
In years past, I've used this day to
talk about the sobering statistics of this deadly disease that affects tens of millions around the world. This year, I'd like to remind you of the wonderful work that the fine people at
Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS provide. They're once again in the midst of one of their annual giving campaigns. If you've been to a Broadway show in recent weeks, you'll likely have heard from the stage about this great organization's continuing efforts.
Even if you're nowhere near Broadway, please consider giving to this industry-based, nonprofit AIDS fundraising and grant-making organization by going
here to make a donation. As many of you know,
I dug deep into my pocket earlier this fall, but that isn't deterring me from digging even deeper today by giving again. I hope you'll join me in giving. No gift is too large or too small.
If you're looking to receive something in return -- in addition to my sincere appreciation -- you might also consider
joining me in purchasing one of BC/EFA's annual snow globes like the one designed by Broadway's very own
David Gallo. For more details, please go
here.
Here's to your good health and all the best for your loved ones. Thank you for your support.
This is
Steve On Broadway (SOB).
In keeping with the (FTC) that unfairly discriminate against bloggers, who are now required by law to disclose when they have received anything of value in exchange for promotional consideration, please note that I have received nothing of value in exchange for this post.
Labels: Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS, Charitable Organizations, David Gallo, Snow Globe, Special Messages, World AIDS Day
World AIDS Day 2009Today marks the 21st anniversary for
World AIDS Day.
First the sobering news. The United Nations
estimates that approximately 33.4 million people worldwide were living with HIV in 2008. That number includes over 2 million children and 2.7 million who were infected just last year.
In the United States,
the government estimates that 56,300 Americans are newly infected with HIV each year, and that approximately 1.2 million Americans are currently living with HIV/AIDS. The especially sobering news is that the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimates as many as 21% of HIV-positive individuals don't even know they are infected. That can translate into potential transmission of the disease without anyone knowing it.
That's why World AIDS Day is so vitally important. While just one solitary day of the year, it provides a necessary focus on the devastating impact that the disease can have. It also raises awareness for what individuals can and should being doing to protect themselves, while also seeking to ensure the dignity of those already affected.
Need some good news? The rate of infections is
down by 17% over just the last eight years. Also, particularly heartening is that those living with HIV/AIDS are no longer suffering an automatic death sentence from the disease; more and more around the world have greater hope via continually improving medical treatments.
So what does this have to do with Broadway?
First, as an all-too-real human drama that is playing out, not only on the Great White Way, but throughout the world around us, we can't afford not to care.
Second, the lights of Broadway
will be dimmed this evening at 8 p.m. to commemorate the day and raise further awareness.
Finally,
Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS is in the midst of one of its annual giving campaigns. If you've been to a Broadway show in recent weeks, you'll likely have heard from the stage about this great organization's continuing efforts.
Even if you're nowhere near Broadway, please consider giving to this industry-based, nonprofit AIDS fundraising and grant-making organization by clicking
here to make a donation.
Here's to your good health and all the best for your loved ones. Thank you for your support.
This is Steve On Broadway (SOB).
In keeping with the new (FTC) that unfairly discriminate against bloggers, who are now required by law to disclose when they have received anything of value in exchange for promotional consideration, please note that I have received nothing of value in exchange for this post.Labels: Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS, Special Messages, World AIDS Day
World AIDS Day 2008 - Bloggers UniteToday marks the 20th anniversary for
World AIDS Day 2008, and bloggers from around the world are uniting to join in the observance.
Worldwide an estimated 33 million people are living with HIV. In the United States, an estimated one million Americans are living with HIV.
In the U.S., both the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) and the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Office of HIV/AIDS Policy’s AIDS.gov have come together to share HIV/AIDS information with the blogging community, including Bloggers Unite, for World AIDS Day 2008.
Bloggers Unite is an attempt to harness the power of the blogosphere to make the world a better place. By asking bloggers to write about a particular subject on 1 day of the month, a single voice can be joined with thousands to help make a difference; from raising awareness for cancer, to an effort to better education systems or supporting 3rd world countries.
This month, Bloggers Unite is working with NIDA and AIDS.gov because they value and recognize the power of a voice. Multiply that voice by the thousands and the sound of humanity will echo the blogosphere. HIV/AIDS affects too many in our communities to ignore. Be a part of a growing community of leaders that lift their voices.
This is also a perfect time to give to
Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Even if you're nowhere near Broadway, please consider giving to the nation's leading industry-based, nonprofit AIDS fundraising and grant-making organization by clicking
here to make a donation.
Here's to your good health and all the best for your loved ones. Thank you for your support.
This is Steve On Broadway (SOB).
Labels: Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS, Charitable Organizations, Special Messages, World AIDS Day
