Health ends months-long condom starvation
Namibia's Ministry of Health has resolved a months-long shortage of condoms at public health facilities across the country. Officials have urged health workers to ensure these supplies are readily accessible to the public to continue efforts in preventing HIV and STIs.
Why it matters
Reliable access to contraceptives is a critical component of public health infrastructure in regions with high rates of HIV and other sexually transmitted infections.
EENHANA – After months of struggling with depleted condom supplies at public health facilities, the ministry of health says the shortage has finally been resolved, with enough stock now available to meet demand across the country.
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