By B.J. Reyes

Monday marks World Aids Day, the day when individuals and organizations from around the world come together to bring attention to the global AIDS epidemic.

Gov. Linda Lingle has marked the occasion with a proclamation declaring Hawaii’s recognition of the day.

It states in part:

According to the Hawai’i Department of Health, as of December 2007, a total of 3,011 AIDS cases had been reported in our state. Since 1987, UNAIDS has observed World AIDS Day on December 1 of each year. This is a day of remembrance for those who lost their lives to HIV/AIDS, as well as a time to reflect upon the importance of providing compassion, support and medical assistance for individuals afflicted with the disease.

You can view the entire proclamation at the governor’s Web site.

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