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Afghanistan struggles to contain spread of HIV virus

29th May, 2016 · admin · 1 Comment

Press TV: Afghanistan is struggling to contain the spread of the AIDS virus, triggered by the widespread use of drugs. Authorities say they are doing their best to fight the rising number of patients. Our correspondent Amin Alemi explains the situation. Click here to watch video report (external link).

Afghan minister narrowly escapes HIV infection in syringe attack by drug addict

9th January, 2016 · admin

Khaama Press: The Afghan Public Health Minister Ferozuddin Feroz has narrowly escaped a possible HIV infection after he was attacked with a syringe by a drug addict, officials said Sunday. According to officials, the attack was pre-planned by those who are oppossed to shifting drug addicts from the city to a rehabilitation center. Click here to read more

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Afghanistan struggles to contain spread of HIV virus

Afghan minister narrowly escapes HIV infection in syringe attack by drug addict