The Municipal Chief Executive (MCE) for Nkwanta South, Joseph Antwi Awal, has cautioned that the spread of HIV/AIDS in the municipality could escalate if young people continue to engage in unprotected sex.
Speaking during a debate competition organized by the Nkwanta South Assembly in collaboration with the Municipal Health Directorate for Nkwanta SHS, Kyabobo Girls SHS, Ntruboman SHS, and Nkwanta Community SHS, the MCE emphasized that youth attitudes toward sex should be a major concern, as unprotected sexual activity remains the primary mode of HIV transmission.
“The statistics from our local hospital facilities indicate an upward trend in HIV cases. This calls for effective collaboration to reduce the surge of infections in the municipality,” he said.
Mr. Awal urged students, as well as married men and women, to educate their peers on the importance of abstinence and faithfulness to partners.
He advised that where abstinence is not possible, individuals should take measures to protect themselves. He also encouraged residents to visit health facilities to know their HIV status.
A nurse from the HIV department at the Nkwanta Theodore Avadra Hospital echoed the call, emphasizing the role of students as ambassadors of change to help campaign against the rising virus among the youth.
“The number of HIV cases is increasing in Nkwanta South, and it is critical that young people either protect themselves or abstain from sexual activity,” the nurse stated.
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