Facts Behind the Faces

Today in Honduras, the HIV/AIDS epidemic continues to be a growing threat to human life. Since the epidemic began, Honduras has been particularly hard-hit and the country continues to have the highest number of HIV/AIDS cases in Central America. Honduras accounts for over 60% of Central America’s HIV/AIDS cases but only 17% of the region’s population.

Here are the latest HIV/AIDS statistics on this on-going health battle. We pledge to keep you informed as figures are updated:

23,111

New cases have been reported since the Honduran HIV/AIDS epidemic began. Source: Secretary of Health, March 2006

63,000

Hondurans estimated to be currently living with the HIV/AIDS disease (approximately 1.5% of the population). Source: WHO/UNAIDS 2006

4,000

Children in Honduras are estimated to be HIV positive. Source: WHO/UNAID 2006

700

Children in Honduras are estimated to be currently in need of centers in which to live and receive HIV/AIDS treatment services.

3,766

Hondurans infected with HIV/AIDS currently receiving antiretroviral therapy. Source: Foro Nacional de SIDA, July 2006

5,000

Hondurans are estimated to be infected with HIV/AIDS awaiting antiretroviral therapy. Source: Agua Buena, September 2006

Mission Volunteers Get Involved

Mission work teams come to Honduras giving of their time and talents and pitching in where needed. Organized prior to arriving, Walking With Children Mission projects have included painting, gardening, cleaning and general home repair. Some teams partner with the local Honduran medical professionals to provide medical services in the area.

It is guaranteed to be a life-changing experience and a whole lot of fun! If you are interested in coming to Honduras to see what we're up to, do work, have fun and be an integral part of our endeavor—we would love to be your host!