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HIV cases rise in Bengaluru; 5,000 people identified as at risk among 6 lakh self-tested

HIV cases rise in Bengaluru; 5,000 people identified as at risk among 6 lakh self-tested
Image: TV9 Kannada

The Health Department reported that HIV cases are increasing among the youth in Bengaluru. Through a QR code self-assessment campaign, 6 lakh people tested their health, and 5,000 people were found to be at risk. The campaign, conducted across public places like colleges, universities, and bus stops, aims to curb the spread of the infection.

Originally reported by TV9 Kannada Summarised from the source’s public news feed without altering the facts. Read the original report for the full story.
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