Senator Christopher “Bong” Go has called on the government to develop stronger mechanisms to address the alarming rate of HIV and AIDS cases in the country, saying that there is “enough” funds in the national budget for effective interventions.
“Nakakabahala po ito… lalo na ‘yung mga naapektuhan ngayon ay 19 years old and younger. Ang babata pa nito. May less than ten years old pa na seven cases ,” Go said.
Go then said that the government should “come up with a strategic plan to address the gaps in the implementation of the HIV law.” He also highlighted that the government has set aside P1.433 billion for HIV and other sexually transmitted infections, with P590 million allocated in 2022. He also said that the Philippine National AIDS Council was allocated P43 million in the proposed budget for 2023 and was increased to P52 million in the approved General Appropriations Act.The senator encouraged everyone to take responsibility for their own health and well-being, and the health of their fellow Filipinos. He also urged the public to support efforts in fighting the spread of HIV and AIDS.
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