Bohol remains part of a region facing a persistent Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) crisis, as newly released epidemiological data showed that Central Visayas recorded 12,137 cumulative HIV cases from 1984 to March 2026, placing it among the country’s highest-burden areas.
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HIV cases in Bohol rise to 812; Health officials warn of fast transmission and link to increasing prostitution
Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) cases in the province have surged to 812, with health authorities expressing deep concern over the rapid increase and the rising number of high-risk behaviors linked to the spread of the virus.
Bohol Media strengthens HIV awareness through responsible reporting
Bohol media practitioners gathered on June 20, 2025, at Panda Tea Garden for a training on responsible and stigma-free reporting about Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV).
17 Bol-anon natakdan sa HIV sa 3 ka buwan
Gikan sa Enero ngadto sa Marso niining tuig, mikabat na sa 17 ka mga Bol-anon ang nakakuha sa Human Immune-deficiency Virus (HIV) ug kini sila, natakdan dala sa pagpakighilawas.
Ordinansa sa HIV AIDS STI Council, gisugdan
Gikan sa Ordinansa nga nagmugna sa Provincial Human Immune Virus / Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome Multi sectoral council, gilantaw sa Sangguniang Panlalawigan (SP) Committee on Health and Public Sanitation karon ang panginahanglan nga lig-onon pa ang mga mekanismo aron pugngan ug sumpoon ang mga sakit nga dala sa pagpakighilawas, pinaagi sa pagmugna sa Bohol Province STI, HIV, ug AIDS Council (BPSAC).
Tagbilaran observes International AIDS Candlelight Memorial Day
The City Government of Tagbilaran commemorated International AIDS Candlelight Memorial Day on May 17, 2024, with a meaningful celebration held at the City Hall Atrium.
Bohol proposes Sundown Clinics for HIV prevention
Bohol is proposing to the United States Agency for International Development (USAid) funding for a partnership in Human Immune deficiency Virus (HIV) prevention, by setting up Sundown Clinics, as local health authorities seek more measures to tackle the problem from all sides.
Fish cannot transmit HIV to humans-BFAR 7
The Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR) Central Visayas clarified misinformation about Human Immuno-Deficiency Virus (HIV) and Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome (AIDS) saying it is impossible for a fish to transmit HIV to humans because it does not have the same body temperature the virus needs to survive.
HIV prevention pill now available in the PHL
A pill that prevents the spread of human immunodeficiency virus or HIV within the body is now available in the Philippines!
‘Chemsex’ parties fuelling urban HIV epidemics, AIDS experts warn
Physicians say HIV continues to hold a tight grip on the LGBTQ community partly because of the continued popularity of “chemsex.”