Renewed Hope for an HIV Vaccine: As we approach National HIV Vaccine Awareness Day, learn why Dr. Anthony Fauci is optimistic that scientists one day will develop a vaccine to prevent HIV infection.

May 18th is HIV Vaccine Awareness Day (HVAD). This annual observance is a day to recognize and thank the thousands of volunteers, community members, health professionals, and scientists who are working together to find a safe and effective HIV vaccine. It is also a day to educate our communities about the importance of preventive HIV vaccine research.

The San Francisco Business Times has published a series of articles on HIV/AIDS recently. This column highlights reasons for optimism in the fight against the disease.