Thursday, August 16, 2007

Uganda: Put HIV/Aids On the CHOGM Agenda

THE Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM) involves more than 50 nations to be represented mostly by heads of state. It is the first time Uganda is hosting the meeting. It is an opportunity for all the visitors to see what they have been hearing about Uganda and its efforts to curb HIV/Aids.

It is imperative for all practitioners in the field of HIV/Aids to prepare good practices, strategies, approaches and cases that have made our fight a success story. This should involve exhibiting clear strategies that can capture the attention of the visitors who may be impressed and commit more resources to the struggle.

Uganda's strength has been the emphasis on the ABC (abstaining, being faithful and using condoms) approach, clear and comprehensive programmes on HIV counselling, free HIV extensive care, support and treatment, vaccines trials and research and most importantly, the unrelenting political will and commitment.
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