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11/05/2026

From The Philippine National AIDS Council - PNAC Secretariat:

In line with the annual commemoration of the International AIDS Candlelight Memorial (IACM), please find attached the Advisory on the Observance and Conduct of Simultaneous Activities for the 2026 IACM.

This year’s theme, “Light the Legacy: Remember. Advance. Act. Keeping the Light Alive” seeks to remember and honor the pioneers, leaders, advocates, and communities who have contributed to the HIV response through the years, recognize advancements in HIV prevention, treatment, technology, and community-led approaches, and inspire continued action grounded in lessons learned from lived experiences toward a more compassionate, people-centered, and sustainable HIV response.

In support of the nationwide observance, Council Members are encouraged to disseminate this advisory to relevant stakeholders within their areas of jurisdiction to ensure coordinated and collective support and participation in the commemoration.

Editable advocacy and promotional materials may also be accessed through the provided link indicated in the advisory for your reference.

We look forward to your continued support and participation in this meaningful observance.

Thank you very much.

11/05/2026

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10/05/2026

10/05/2026

Wishing a joyful Mother's Day to all the incredible mothers who pour their love, time, and energy into nurturing and guiding their children. Your unwavering support and strength make a profound difference in our lives, and today we celebrate you!

24/04/2026

Protect your health—Get Tested for HIV today! Join us for FREE and confidential testing from Monday to Friday, 9 am to 5 pm. Your privacy is our priority! Find us at Mt. Zion Center, Tigbao, Talamban, Cebu City. Take this important step for your well-being!

23/04/2026

Faith-based organizations (FBOs) play a significant role in HIV prevention by combining behavioral, spiritual, and medical approaches, often utilizing a variation of the ABC model alongside community-based support.

Based on common practices among faith-based initiatives, here are five means of HIV prevention often utilized:

23/04/2026

HIV is transmitted through the exchange of specific bodily fluids (blood, semen, vaginal fluids, re**al fluids, breast milk) from an infected person, primarily via three modes: unprotected s*xual contact, sharing of contaminated needles/syringes, and mother-to-child transmission during pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding.

1. Sexual Contact: The most common mode is unprotected a**l or vaginal s*x with someone living with HIV.
2. Needle/Syringe Sharing: Using equipment for injecting drugs, tattoos, or piercings that has been contaminated with HIV-infected blood.
3. Perinatal (Mother-to-Child): Transmission can occur during pregnancy, labor, or delivery, as well as through breastfeeding.

Note: HIV is not spread through casual contact like hugging, shaking hands, or sharing toilets. Transmission is impossible if a person with HIV is on effective antiretroviral therapy (ART) and has an undetectable viral load.

23/04/2026

Top 5 Body Fluids That Transmit HIV:

1. Blood: The highest concentration of the virus is found in blood, commonly transmitted through shared needles or blood products.
2. Semen (including pre-cum): Transmitted during unprotected a**l or vaginal s*x.
3. Vaginal Fluids: Transmitted during unprotected vaginal or a**l s*x.
4. Re**al Fluids: Highly infectious during a**l in*******se.
5. Breast Milk: Can transmit the virus from an infected mother to an infant during breastfeeding.

20/04/2026

15/04/2026

Take control of your health—get tested to know your HIV status today!