Important Days

World AIDS Vaccine Day 2026 - May 18

May 20 , 2026 15 hrs 0 min 124 0

The day aims to spread awareness about the need for an HIV (Human Immunodeficiency Virus) vaccine.
HIV is a virus that attacks the body’s immune system and can lead to AIDS (Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome) if not treated.
The day is also called HIV Vaccine Awareness Day and honours scientists, doctors, volunteers and health workers working on HIV vaccine research.
The observance began after a 1997 speech by Bill Clinton highlighting the need for an effective HIV vaccine.
The first World AIDS Vaccine Day was celebrated on 18 May 1998.