
May 18
National Institutes of Health’s National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) leads this observance.
This day is a chance to thank the volunteers, community members, health professionals, and scientists working together to find a safe and effective preventive HIV vaccine. It is also a time to educate communities about the importance of preventive HIV vaccine research.
Federal Resources

Learn about the Epidemic

Our nation’s response to HIV includes prevention research – such as vaccines, microbicides and more. Learn more.
The National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) leads much Federally funded research about HIV. Read about NIAID’s work.
Get Involved

Use #HVAD to share how you’re observing the day.
The Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center Office of HIV/AIDS Network Coordination (HANC) offers a Be The Generation page with shareable resources about immunology and HIV vaccine developmentExit Disclaimer.
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Read our recent articles about HIV research.
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