HIV and sexual health charity, Terrence Higgins Trust (THT) is calling for people in Swindon to mark World AIDS Day (December 1) this year, either by volunteering for Terrence Higgins Trust, making a donation to support local services or just wearing a red ribbon to raise awareness.

World AIDS Day, which has been running every December since 1988, is dedicated to raising awareness of the disease.  In the UK alone, more than 80,000 people are living with HIV and over 7,500 are diagnosed every year.

Steve Jones, Regional Manager for THT in the Swindon area said “Terrence Higgins Trust in Swindon offers a range of services to local people living with HIV or affected by sexual ill health. We’re always looking for volunteers so if you think you could lend a hand, please get in touch.

In particular THT is looking for people who would like to be community support volunteers, offering emotional and social support to local people living with HIV. It’s also looking for people who’d like to get involved in fundraising, either on a one off or ongoing basis.

If you’d like further information on World AIDS Day or local HIV services in Swindon, please contact Terrence Higgins Trust on 0117 955 1000. Terrence Higgins Trust relies on donations to deliver a wide range of services. To make a donation, visit www.tht.org.uk

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