Cordillera - In an effort to help people engaging in sexual activity avoid and prevent the transmission of Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STDs) and HIV-AIDS, the Department of Health (DOH) has installed a vending machine in the municipality of Bontoc.
People of Bontoc can now use the machine to avail of the condoms for their protection at a very low price of only 2 pesos per pack.
All they have to do is insert two new one peso coins and get one box containing three pieces of condoms with two different flavors, vanilla and chocolate.
The Municipal Health Office on Bontoc made the announcement today January 16 through the Municipality of Bontoc Facebook Page.
Photo Courtesy | Bontoc Municipality Facebook page
In 2019, the Philippines has been ranked as the country with the fastest growing number of HIV cases in the world, according to the Joint United Nations Program on HIV and AIDS (UNAIDS).
Intervention efforts have been implemented by the Department of Health to stop the spread of HIV which includes giving affordable condoms to Filipinos.
Using condom is one ABC methods to avoid and prevent someone from getting infected with HIV and AIDS.
ABC stands for Abstinence, Being faithful or loyal to your partner and Correct and consistent use of condom.
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