Today in Africa, HIV and AIDS is no longer a death sentence due to antiretroviral medications. A World Vision communicator shares her perspective of the HIV and AIDS epidemic in the 90s and 2000s, when it was a much different story — a tragic story for women like Grace.
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Health
From the Field
HIV and AIDS: Facts, FAQs, and how to help
The global HIV and AIDS pandemic is an enduring and profound health challenge, leaving a lasting impact on the world. In 2024, HIV remains a significant global public health concern. Learn essential facts and explore the progress in the prevention, treatment, and efforts to end HIV and AIDS.
From the Field
Zika virus: Facts, symptoms, and how to help
Discover essential information about the mosquito-borne Zika virus, including the symptoms, prevention, and the significant 2015–2016 outbreak. Learn how Zika can cause serious birth defects like microcephaly. And find out the latest update on Zika.
From the Field
Global poverty: Facts, FAQs, and how to help
Poverty remains one of the most pressing challenges in our world, with nearly 9% of the global population living on less than $2.15 per day. Read to find answers to your questions about poverty, learn about how we define poverty, find out what World Vision is doing to help end extreme poverty worldwide, and learn how you can help.
Prayers
Matthew 25: Prayer for children’s health
As we recognize World Health Day on April 7, join us in prayer for the health of all of the world’s children, especially those who lack access to adequate healthcare and struggle to thrive.
From the Field
From wounds of war to healing hearts
World Vision’s Happy Bubble in Romania provides a safe haven for displaced Ukrainian children, focusing on enhancing their emotional well-being. Through activities like art and play therapy, children learn to articulate their feelings and develop resilience.
From the Field
Ebola virus outbreak: Facts, FAQs, and how to help
Explore frequently asked questions about the Ebola virus and World Vision’s response to Ebola outbreaks. Learn how we educate communities, support healthcare workers, provide child protection, and more in the fight against Ebola.
From the Field
Health on the move: Mobile health clinics in Sudan
Hawa, a displaced mother of three, found support for her severely malnourished daughter at a World Vision mobile clinic in Blue Nile State, Sudan. These clinics offer crucial health and nutrition support to displaced families and host communities.
From the Field
Malaria: Facts, FAQs, and how to help
Explore the latest updates in the fight against malaria — a life-threatening disease transmitted by mosquitoes. Discover progress in diagnosis, treatment, and prevention benefiting pregnant mothers and children under 5.
Change Makers
What you need to know about the PEPFAR program
The President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR) was passed 20 years ago to help with the growing global HIV and AIDS crisis. Not renewing the program could put thousands of people around the world at increased risk for death.