Kadjebi District Faces HIV Challenge, But Celebrates Health Milestones in 2024
In 2024, Kadjebi District in the Oti Region recorded 55 new HIV cases, with 41 females and 14 males affected. Eric Nana Takyi, the district's Health Director, revealed these statistics during the Annual Performance Review Meeting. He also noted that 262 patients are currently undergoing Antiretroviral Therapy (ART).Takyi urged local women to be cautious about their sexual health, emphasizing their higher vulnerability to the virus. In a brighter note, the district achieved a remarkable feat in maternal care, with zero maternal deaths reported for three consecutive years. Additionally, Kadjebi was honored as the second-best performer in the Oti Region during the 2023 District Performance Review, and it was named the Best Maternal Care District.The meeting also recognized 30 health staff members for their exceptional contributions to healthcare in the district.