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Past scoliosis promises 'cannot be airbrushed', Dáil told

The planned commission of investigation into significant delays for child scoliosis and spina bifida surgeries must not "airbrush" out promises made by Simon Harris in 2017 when he was minister for health, Social Democrats health spokesperson Pádraig Rice has said.

Past scoliosis promises 'cannot be airbrushed', Dáil told

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Uganda: Uganda's HIV Prevalence Stands At 5.9% Among Adults, New UPHIA Results Show

[Nile Post] Uganda's HIV prevalence among people aged 15 years and above stands at 5.9%, according to preliminary findings from the 2025 Uganda Population-Based HIV Impact Assessment (UPHIA).

  • Uganda's HIV prevalence among adults aged 15+ is 5.9%, according to 2025 UPHIA results.
  • The 5.9% prevalence equates to about six out of every 100 people in Uganda living with HIV.
  • UPHIA survey, conducted in 2024-2025, also assessed HIV risk behaviors and access to services.

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