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The Bono Regional Health Directorate has issued a warning concerning the rising incidence of HIV infections in urban areas within the region. Specific areas, such as Nkoranza South and Techiman Municipalities, have reported a prevalence rate of approximately 3.8 percent, surpassing the national average of 2.8 percent.
Dr. Fred Adomako, the Regional Director of Health, expressed the Directorate’s apprehensions in an interview with Citi TV. He outlined the diverse strategies being employed to curb the spread of HIV in these locations.
A primary objective is to enhance access to HIV testing, ensuring that individuals are aware of their status. Upon a positive diagnosis, the Directorate promptly initiates medical interventions to make the infection undetectable, thereby reducing the risk of transmission.
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Dr. Adomako emphasized, “Once we do that, they will be unable to transmit it.”
The strategy extends to grassroots efforts, aiming to address the issue at the community sub-district level. This involves utilizing community information systems, collaborating with religious organizations such as churches and mosques, and engaging with various community groups.
As the Bono Regional Health Directorate works to investigate the root causes of the surge in HIV infections, a comprehensive performance evaluation is in progress. Dr. Adomako stressed the importance of effective communication throughout this review process, with the objective of disseminating crucial findings to the broader community.
The actions taken by the Directorate underscore a commitment to addressing the HIV epidemic on multiple fronts, integrating testing, treatment, and community-level engagement to reduce virus transmission and enhance public health outcomes.
