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Zambian Vice President W.K. Mutale Nalumango shared that annual HIV/AIDS infection rates in the country exhibited a statistically significant decline. In 2022, infection rates witnessed a noteworthy reduction to 33%, a noteworthy contrast to the previous year’s 43%. But the Vice President disclosed the stark revelation that an estimated 90,000 adolescents in Zambia, aged between 10 and 19, are still living with HIV, which is alarming.
Zambian Vice President W.K. Mutale Nalumango shared that annual HIV/AIDS infection rates in the country exhibited a statistically significant decline. In 2022, infection rates witnessed a noteworthy reduction to 33%, a noteworthy contrast to the previous year’s 43%. But the Vice President disclosed the stark revelation that an estimated 90,000 adolescents in Zambia, aged between 10 and 19, are still living with HIV, which is alarming.
Acknowledging the alarming prevalence of HIV/AIDS among Zambian adolescents, Health Minister Sylvia Masebo issued a heartfelt plea to the nation’s youth, urging them to take proactive ownership of their health by actively participating in HIV testing. Emphasizing the inseparable link between testing and securing a healthier future.
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Tharcisse Barihuta, the Country Director of UNAIDS, also chimed in with a compelling call to action. Barihuta urged young people to prioritize HIV/AIDS testing and counseling, underscoring the paramount importance of early detection and access to necessary medical care.
As Zambia commemorates the National HIV/AIDS Testing, Counselling, and Treatment Day this serves as both a somber reminder of the ongoing battle and a beacon of hope, reflecting the collective determination to empower individuals, enhance awareness, and ultimately eliminate the scourge of HIV/AIDS.
