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Oluga urges counties to prioritise HIV prevention amid rising youth infections

By Teresia Karanja | 11mos ago
When Medical Services PS Dr Ouma Oluga assumed office after his appointment in April 2025. [Edward Kiplimo,Standard]

State Department for Medical Services Principal Secretary Dr Ouma Oluga has called on county governments to embed HIV prevention strategies following the increasing number of new infections among adolescents and young adults.

Dr Oluga said nearly 6,000 new HIV infections were recorded among individuals aged 15 to 24 which is troubling.

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