Important note: Information in this article was accurate in 2003. The state of the art may have changed since the publication date.
South African Press Association (Johannesburg) - January 1, 2003
The strike by members of the National Association of People living with Aids (Napwa) was part of their "Seven Days Black Christmas" protest, aimed at forcing pharmaceutical companies to provide anti-retroviral drugs free of charge.
Some of the activists experienced diarrhoea, stomach cramps, and opportunistic infections due to the lack of food, the SABC said.
On Wednesday, they were taken to various hospitals for medical attention. The hunger strike was aimed at highlighting the plight of those living with the disease.
Napwa's action was also aimed at forcing financial institutions to stop discriminating against those living with HIV/Aids, and they wanted the government to introduce uniformity in allocation of social grants.01/01/03 23-57
030101
SA030101
Copyright © 2003 - South African Press Association. Reproduction of this article (other than one copy for personal reference) must be cleared through the South African Press Association, Cotswold House, Greenacres Office Park, Cnr. Victory & Rustenburg Roads, VICTORY PARK, PO BOX 7766, JOHANNESBURG, 2000; Fax No: +27 11 782-1587/8, Tel No: +27 11 782-1600.
AEGiS is a 501(c)3, not-for-profit, tax-exempt, educational corporation. AEGiS is made possible through unrestricted funding from Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS, Elton John AIDS Foundation, National Library of Medicine, and donations from users like you.
Always watch for outdated information. This article first appeared in 2003. This material is designed to support, not replace, the relationship that exists between you and your doctor.
AEGiS presents published material, reprinted with permission and neither endorses nor opposes any material. All information contained on this website, including information relating to health conditions, products, and treatments, is for informational purposes only. It is often presented in summary or aggregate form. It is not meant to be a substitute for the advice provided by your own physician or other medical professionals. Always discuss treatment options with a doctor who specializes in treating HIV.
Copyright ©1980, 2003. AEGiS. All materials appearing on AEGiS are protected by copyright as a collective work or compilation under U.S. copyright and other laws and are the property of AEGiS, or the party credited as the provider of the content. .