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  1. stigma
    a symbol of disgrace or infamy
    AIDS stigma and discrimination exist worldwide, although they manifest themselves differently across countries, communities, religious groups and individuals.
  2. epidemic
    a widespread outbreak of an infectious disease
    Stigma not only makes it more difficult for people trying to come to terms with HIV and manage their illness on a personal level, but it also interferes with attempts to fight the AIDS epidemic as a whole.
  3. AIDS
    a serious (often fatal) disease of the immune system transmitted through blood products especially by sexual contact or contaminated needles
    AIDS stigma and discrimination exist worldwide, although they manifest themselves differently across countries, communities, religious groups and individuals.
  4. racism
    the prejudice that one people are superior to another
    They occur alongside other forms of stigma and discrimination, such as racism, homophobia or misogyny and can be directed towards those involved in what are considered socially unacceptable activities such as prostitution or drug use.
  5. discrimination
    unfair treatment of a person or group based on prejudice
    AIDS stigma and discrimination exist worldwide, although they manifest themselves differently across countries, communities, religious groups and individuals.
  6. socially
    by or with respect to society
    They occur alongside other forms of stigma and discrimination, such as racism, homophobia or misogyny and can be directed towards those involved in what are considered socially unacceptable activities such as prostitution or drug use.
  7. Moon
    the natural satellite of the Earth
    UN Secretary-General Ban Ki Moon says:

  8. reluctant
    not eager
    On a national level, the stigma associated with HIV can deter governments from taking fast, effective action against the epidemic, whilst on a personal level it can make individuals reluctant to access HIV testing, treatment and care.
  9. alongside
    side by side
    They occur alongside other forms of stigma and discrimination, such as racism, homophobia or misogyny and can be directed towards those involved in what are considered socially unacceptable activities such as prostitution or drug use.
  10. interfere
    get involved, so as to alter or hinder an action
    Stigma not only makes it more difficult for people trying to come to terms with HIV and manage their illness on a personal level, but it also interferes with attempts to fight the AIDS epidemic as a whole.
  11. associate
    bring or come into action
    On a national level, the stigma associated with HIV can deter governments from taking fast, effective action against the epidemic, whilst on a personal level it can make individuals reluctant to access HIV testing, treatment and care.
  12. manage
    be in charge of, act on, or dispose of
    Stigma not only makes it more difficult for people trying to come to terms with HIV and manage their illness on a personal level, but it also interferes with attempts to fight the AIDS epidemic as a whole.
  13. manifest
    clearly revealed to the mind or the senses or judgment
    AIDS stigma and discrimination exist worldwide, although they manifest themselves differently across countries, communities, religious groups and individuals.
  14. community
    a group of people living in a particular local area
    AIDS stigma and discrimination exist worldwide, although they manifest themselves differently across countries, communities, religious groups and individuals.
Created on 二月 8, 2011

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