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One-third of people living with HIV in Asia and the Pacific are women. But their issues are often hidden. Gender-based violence. Restricted economic opportunities. Child marriage. Underage pregnancy. Denial of property rights.
Nirmala Singh (not her real name) found out she was HIV positive after being tested during pregnancy. It was a surprise diagnosis, but she immediately knew how she had been infected. Before getting married she was raped. Nurses informed Nirmala’s husband of her positive result without her consent. She was kicked out the home.
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