Manila Bulletin
47% of new HIV infections reported among youth — DOH
Approximately 47% of new HIV infections in 2024 involved individuals aged 15 to 24, highlighting a significant trend among the youth.
DOH Assistant Secretary Albert Domingo stated during a Senate hearing that young people engaging in early sexual activity exhibit higher-risk behaviors and face greater challenges in accessing HIV-related services.
Data indicates that, on average, young key populations for HIV initiate sexual activity at age 16 and begin using condoms at age 17.
The DOH views Senate Bill 1979, the Adolescent Pregnancy Prevention Bill, as crucial in combating the HIV epidemic and other related health issues.
The Philippines is identified as having one of the most rapidly escalating HIV epidemics in Asia.
Recent reports show a dramatic increase in daily HIV cases in the Philippines, from about nine in 2012 to 46 in 2023.
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