DHAKA, Dec 1, 2018 (BSS) – Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujib Medical University
(BSMMU) today observed World AIDS Day with great hope and optimism for a
successful prevention of the Human immunodeficiency virus infection and
acquired immune deficiency syndrome (HIV/AIDS) across the country.
BSMMU arranged a rally and provided AIDS related information with T-
shirt, cap, Leaflet, poster, said a press release.
The rally was inaugurated by BSMMU Vice Chancellor Prof Dr Kanak Kanti
Barua while Pro-Vice Chancellor (Research and Development), Pro-Vice
Chancellor (Administration), Pro-Vice Chancellor (Academic), Treasurer,
Proctor, Register, Director- Hospital, Prof. Saleha Begum Chowdhury were
present, among others.
The rally started at 8:30 am from Bot-tola of BSMMU and passed important
blocks and circles and ended to Between C and D Block of BSMMU.
BSMMU VC said, BSMMU is the pioneer to start public facility-based HIV
service in Bangladesh.
He also mentioned the major achievements regarding HIV service in BSMMU.