In many nations of Africa, men have more than a 60% chance of getting HIV. The international health authorities have concluded on a solution for such an epidemic, which is to circumcise 20 million men, 80 percent of 15-49 year-olds in 14 African countries by 2015. American officials estimate the 80 percent goal would cost $2 billion, but would save $16.5 billion by preventing 4 million infections. The plan is already in place as Kenya is furthest along with 330,000 circumcisions, a third of the government's goal, which exceeds the international health agencies' goal.
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Obstacles Slow an Easy Way to Prevent H.I.V. in Men
Does it intrude human rights to force millions of people to be circumcised?
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Yes! It does Intrude A persons personal rights. That's so cruel. If anything, this option should be a choice for men and not mandatory. Ouch!
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