About National HIV Vaccine Awareness Day
World AIDS Vaccine Day or HIV Vaccine Awareness Day takes place every year on 18 May.
This day marks the efforts of thousands of researchers, scientists, and health professionals who have contributed to the process of finding safe and effective AIDS medicine. It is also an opportunity to educate communities about the importance of preventive HIV vaccine research.

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