Tuesday, August 14, 2007

HIV about women and child need more attention

Nairobi - Kenya's HIV and AIDS prevalence and new infections have declined over the last three years, says National AIDS Control Council Director Professor Alloys Orago.

The director said new infections had dropped from 60 000 in 2005 to 55 000 in 2006, he however stressed that women and girls were the most affected and needed more sensitisation.

National AIDS Control Council Chairman Professor Miriam said remarkable behaviour change is being reported among the youth who are now abstaining from sex.

They addressed the impact of AIDS on women and girls by exploring issues such as poverty, violence against women, children's rights and access to decision-making and resources.read more

No comments: