Young people are greatly affected by HIV and AIDS

Almost half of all new HIV infections in the world are among people under 25. Estimates show that more than 7,400 people become infected with HIV daily, 3,300 of whom are young people. Globally, 5.4 million young people are living with HIV. Young women under age 25 are… at an even greater risk for HIV infection and comprise 57.4% of infected youth.