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New Vision (Kampala) - December 2, 2008
He was speaking during activities to mark World Aids day. He says it's impossible to talk about behavioral change without emphasis on culture.
The Omukama called upon the young and old people to test for HIV/AIDS and added that couples should be tested together.
State minister for primary health care Dr. Emmanuel Otaala said testing and counseling should begin from households with emphasis on pregnant mothers.
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