A low level of tolerance in society is a major obstacle to the prevention of HIV/AIDS as people in vulnerable groups feel the fear of becoming ostracized, according to nongovernmental organizations dealing with related issues.

December 1 is observed as World AIDS Day. A number of NGOs engaged in preventing the spread of the disease in Armenia are planning a march in Yerevan today “to break the indifference and discrimination” towards people living with HIV/AIDS.