Get tested this World Aids Day
South Africans to get tested for HIV, high blood pressure, TB, diabetes and non-communicable diseases.
The Department of Health will provide various health services at the commemoration of World Aids Day in the Free State on Monday.
People will be able to get tested for HIV, high blood pressure, TB, diabetes and non-communicable diseases at the event, which will be held at Bronville stadium in Welkom.
Deputy President Cyril Ramaphosa, who is the Chairperson of South African National Aids Council (SANAC), and Health Minister Dr Aaron Motsoaledi will address the World Aids Day event.
This year’s theme ‘Zero stigma and discrimination’ is aimed at ensuring that the rights of people living with HIV and Aids are not violated, and that discrimination on the basis of HIV, Aids and TB is not only reduced, but ultimately eliminated.
Cabinet last month called on all communities to support, care and accept people living with HIV and Aids.
South Africa has made great progress in working towards reaching the goals of the National Strategic Plan for HIV and Aids, TB and STIs 2012 – 2016. Unfortunately, stigma and discrimination continues to affect the successful implementation of this strategy and has contributed to a lower uptake of HIV preventative services.
Cabinet urged all South Africans to practise safe sex, get tested for HIV at least once a year so as to make informed decisions on preventative measures, treatment, care and support; and for men and boys to take up medical male circumcision services. – SAnews.gov.za
