Erratic test kit supply hampers ARV programmes

By Takudzwa Josiah

As Zimbabwe joins the rest of the world in commemorating World Aids Day, health authorities in the Midlands say erratic test kit supply has hampered Anti-Retroviral Treatment programmes.


Speaking at a meeting recently, Provincial Epidemiological Disease Control Director Dr Reginald Mhene said the HIV testing programme has been slowed down by issues relating to the supply of critical test kits.


As a result, the Province missed its target by more than 15%, Dr Mhene said has tested 74 per cent of people out of a target of 90 per cent.


The world commemorates World AIDS Day on December 1 every year. In addition to paying homage to AIDS patients, it is held to demonstrate support for those who are HIV-positive.

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