This Broadway musical depicts the story of a group of Bohemians in the 80's who are thriving to be acknowledged by the community who turn their backs on them. Reason? It's because they are living in "La Vie Boheme". The Bohemian lifestyle. Artists to musicians, heterosexuals to trisexuals who are diagnosed with HIV. People might raise a question as on how they might land in that state?
Here, in conjunction of the World AIDS DAY, i would like to share some information on this, as i found that there are still many people out there who are living in ignorance and would least discuss about this topic.
From the official World Aids Day website, it states that,
HIV, also known as Human Immunodeficiency Virus is a virus that attacks the body's immune system. Although it may sound serious, but if detected early, it can be treated successfully. So that is why it is important to go for a blood test when you appear to believe that you are diagnosed with it. Don't be afraid, don't feel embarassed. If it is well-treated, people with HIV will probably have a normal lifespan although some health complications might still occur.
AIDS, Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome is a syndrome when one's immune system has become so weak that it can no longer fight off a whole range of diseases and this is the state when one has lower chances of sustaining their lives. So, I encourage people to be aware of it before HIV turns into AIDS.
The ways of transmission are via affected blood, sexual or rectal fluids or breast milk.
There are many reason behind on how and why people get this disease. Streotypical minded ones would say - it must be those who take drugs who get all this filthy disease. I disagree with this statement. Human are not perfect and things happen. We do make mistakes consciously and unconsciously, but why should people discriminate and shy themselves away? We should not live in misery, instead ways of overcoming should be taken in to account. Ever wonder if this might happen to you one day? How would people treat us? Would they treat us as we have treted them before? Do you know that, some people get it through their husbands, kids through their mothers, cinema-goers, beach-lovers who walk bare footed ... there are so many ways out there that one can get it. So, don't classify them as only drug users, homosexuals or casanovas.
Everyone can do their part. HIV negatives or positives. Remember to have protected sex whenever you are unsure of the partner. This don't only apply to those married couples but also singles out there, as i would not believe that people only engage in sexual acts after marriage. Don't lie! Educate, raise-funds, end prejudice - wear the red ribbon to show your support!
For HIV positives, please don't be jealous and feel ashamed. Don't take revenge on people and make them one of you. This is very inconsiderate. Go for treatment, share your stories, lend your arms to those in need and challenge prejudice. And most of all be proud of who you are! There would be people out there if you think that there is no one there for you.
Love yourself, love others, end prejudice, act up, Fight AIDS!
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