Island to try and raise awareness
Several landmarks on the Island will turn red later on World Aids Day.
The Manx Government "wedding cake" building in Douglas, the power station, the swing bridge and the Court House area in Ramsey will be lit up this evening.
Isle of Man HIV Support Group Coordinator Tony Watterson says the day is about highlighting many aspects of the condition:-
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