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HIV Cases Rise, St. Vincent and the Grenadines Health Officials Urge Vigilance

ST. VINCENT & THE GRENADINES – Health authorities in St. Vincent and the Grenadines urging residents and visitors to take greater precautions as new HIV infections continue to increase across the country.

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ST. VINCENT & THE GRENADINES – Health authorities in St. Vincent and the Grenadines urging residents and visitors to take greater precautions as new HIV infections continue to increase across the country.

The chief health promotion officer says the highest prevalence was recorded among people aged 25 to 29, as well as men over the age of 60.

Health officials stressed that HIV status cannot be determined by appearance alone, underscoring that testing remains the only reliable method of diagnosis.

Attention has also turned to the upcoming VincyMas Carnival season, which health officials say typically brings increased travel, higher alcohol consumption, and more casual sexual activity – factors that can elevate the risk of transmission.

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