DESPITE the effort to rectify misconceptions and myths, the stigma and discrimination on those infected with HIV and Aids in the community continue to persist which further create a barrier to prevent infection and provide adequate care, treatment, and support. Among those infected, there is difficulty to come out within their immediate family due to the fear of being judged … [Read more...] about Of Concealment and Denial
HIV and AIDS in the Philippines
Integrating RH Rights and HIV protection
UNPROTECTED sex heightens the risk of unwanted pregnancy or acquiring sexually transmitted diseases. The recent UP Population Institute survey on sexual practices of young people shows about 5.4 million engage in premarital sex without protection. Out of 1.4 million involved in casual sex, more than half a million young men have sex with men. The same survey shows that … [Read more...] about Integrating RH Rights and HIV protection
