Men, youth still gun-shy on HIV tests

Makgato
Makgato

Men and the youth continue to shun HIV testing despite the intensive campaigns mounted by both government and civic sector, health authorities say.

Health and Wellness minister, Dorcas Makgato said the trend was derailing the fight against the pandemic.

Speaking on Tuesday evening during an event for UNAIDS and the 90-90-90 treatment campaign, Makgato said men and the youth were the demographics least involved in testing and knowing their status.

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