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UNAIDS welcomes SA's national ARV plan
UNAIDS Press Release. 11 August 2003.
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UNAIDS welcomes the decision of the South African Government to provide antiretroviral treatment on a national scale to people living with HIV/AIDS in the country. The new South African national initiative will make that country's fight against HIV/AIDS truly comprehensive, with treatment complementing prevention efforts. Its implementation will bring hope for millions of people living with HIV, and their families.
The decision by President Mbeki and his Cabinet exemplifies the leadership needed to reverse the global HIV/AIDS epidemic. UNAIDS also commends the tireless efforts of South Africans living with HIV/AIDS and their allies in civil society in promoting a comprehensive approach to HIV prevention and treatment, which together form the mainstay of an effective response to the epidemic.
South Africa's response to HIV/AIDS now enters a critical new phase - one that is characterized by strong political commitment, a dynamic grass roots movement, more funding, and scaling up of prevention and treatment programmes.
The United Nations System stands ready to provide support to the Government of South Africa as it develops and implements this initiative.
Statement of Dr Peter Piot, UNAIDS Executive Director |
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