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Nigeria Now Has HIV Prevalence Of 1.4%-Latest Survey

March 14, 2019 0

The Federal Government has released results of a new survey Thursday indicating a national HIV prevalence of 1.4% among adults aged 15–49 years in the country. Previous estimates had indicated a national HIV prevalence of 2.8%, meaning the country is winning the war against new infections. UNAIDS and the National Agency for the Control of AIDS estimate that there are …

U.S.To Fight HIV With $100m, Partners Religious Groups

November 30, 2018 0

Tayo Olanipekun Vice President Michael Pence has said the United States government will invest $100 million to address key gaps toward achieving HIV epidemic control. He made the announcement on Thursday, adding that the government, through its President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR), would leverage the “unique capacities and compassion” of faith-based organizations and communities. The announcement came ahead …