Relief Foundation Launches Comprehensive HIV Awareness Campaign to Combat Rising Rates in Kampala Slums
In response to the alarming increase in HIV rates among the youth in Kampala’s slums, Karon Relief and Development Foundation, in partnership with Kirinya Health Centre II, has launched a comprehensive five-day HIV awareness campaign.
The outreach, which took place in Kito village of Kira Sub county, aimed to educate, test, and provide preventive resources to the youth in Kira Municipality.
Over116 youths have participated in the event, taking the critical step to know their HIV status through on-site testing. In addition to testing, attendees received extensive counseling services tailored to address their concerns and provide emotional support. Preventive measures, including the distribution and proper use of condoms, were emphasized to help reduce the risk of HIV transmission.
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