Banke confirms 39 new HIV cases in four months
Summary
Banke district reports 39 new HIV cases in the first four months of the fiscal year, with a majority in the 15-49 age group, while trends show a decline due to awareness programs.
Key Points
- Banke district has recorded 39 new HIV infections in the first four months of the fiscal year.
- Among the new cases, 27 are male and 12 are female.
- Eight cases are aged above 39, while 31 cases fall within the 15–49 age group.
- HIV infection trend is declining due to expanding awareness programmes, with testing and free medication available locally and at Bheri Hospital.
