Saturday, August 31, 2019

Mummified HIV/AIDS Patients


While visiting the Wat Pra Bhat Nam Put AIDS Hospice we had the opportunity to examine the mummified bodies of HIV/AIDS patients.  It was very interesting to see the level of care taken to preserve the bodies, as well as learning about the history of AIDS/HIV in Thailand.  There is still a huge stigma associated with those infected with the disease.  At this hospice they do a great job educating the public and helping those in need. 


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