Stigma, discrimination hinder HIV/AIDS fight: Zambian gov't


LUSAKA, Dec. 2 (Xinhua) -- The Zambian government said on Monday that stigma and discrimination have remained major obstacles to ending the HIV/AIDS epidemic in the country.

"These obstacles prevent individuals from seeking testing, treatment, and support," Minister of Health Elijah Muchima said during the commemoration of this year's World AIDS Day, falling on Dec. 1.

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