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New intervention reduces alcohol use, increases access to HIV treatment among fishermen

Excessive use of alcohol is inextricably linked to the HIV epidemic in fishing communities, including Lake Victoria.

28th April 2023
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By: NewVision Reporter, Journalists @NewVision

A new study has revealed a significant reduction in levels of alcohol use and an increase in savings among fishermen on Lake Victoria in Wakiso

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