The Ghana Armed Forces (GAF) has vowed to spearhead the battle against HIV/AIDS amidst the escalating numbers of cases recorded in the country.
Reports from the Ghana Health Service reveal staggering statistics, with over 16,000 individuals grappling with HIV in the Volta Region alone.
In response to this concerning rise, the GAF says it is putting proactive measures in place to curb the spread of HIV/AIDS throughout the country.
Speaking to Citi News, Head of Public Health and Programs Manager of the Ghana Armed Forces HIV Control Program, Naval Capt. Harriet Manu said they are fully equipped and prepared to fight against the disease.
“We have an HIV committee, and for the past 20 years, the main aim has been to ensure we fight HIV/AIDS. So, at the various units, we have our Medical Outreach.”
She also called for collaboration with all stakeholders in creating awareness to eliminate the disease.
Speaking during an HIV/AIDS campaign at the 66 Artillery Regiment in Ho, the Deputy Health Director in charge of Public Health, Dr. Senanu Djokoto, said, “Females in the Volta Region are more predisposed to getting HIV/AIDS.”
He noted that “73% of the HIV/AIDS population in the region is receiving medication” and called on stakeholders to come on board in preventing the spread of the disease.
Dr. Senanu Djokoto also encouraged individuals to take advantage of the self-test kit to know their status.
