Malaysia recorded 222 HIV infections among university students aged 18–19 in 2024 alone, part of 1,091 cases in the past five years, said Deputy Health Minister Datuk Lukanisman Awang Sauni.
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He stressed that risky behaviors are starting early, highlighting Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP) as a preventive tool. However, underage access to self-testing and treatment remains limited due to parental consent laws.
Dr Fazidah Yuswan from the Health Ministry added that 36% of total HIV cases remain undiagnosed, with expanded community screenings and NGO-distributed HIV self-test kits underway to reach vulnerable populations and reduce stigma in testing.
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