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Young People and Their Reproductive Health
Over half of the world's population is below 25 years of age. Talking about the sexuality of young people is still very controversial, even though pregnancy is the main cause of death among women between 15 and 19 years worldwide. Complications in giving birth and unsafe abortion practices contribute greatly to these worrying numbers
Date Rape: The Myths and Realities
One essence of dating as a young person is to feel comfortable and interact with others. However, many have fallen victims of sexual abuse while on a date.
World Malaria Day: Invest In The Future, Defeat Malaria
On April 24, 2015, Action Health Incorporated (AHI) hosted over 100 students to commemorate the World Malaria Day. With the theme “Invest in the future, Defeat Malaria”, it was a call on everyone to work towards creating a malaria free generation.
How Safe Is Your Food?
Unsafe food is linked to the deaths of an estimated 2 million people annually – including many children. Food containing harmful bacteria, viruses, parasites or chemical substances is responsible for more than 200 diseases, ranging from diarrhoea to cancers.
Youth At Risk of HIV - Whose Responsibility Anyway?
As young people enter their teens and begin to experiment sexually, it’s not just the risk of pregnancy they are exposing themselves to. And although HIV and other sexually transmitted infections (STIs) affect people of all ages, young people continue to be the hardest hit.
Abstinence: How Real?
You may have heard people talk about abstinence in different ways. Some people think of abstinence as not having vaginal intercourse, but they may enjoy other kinds of sexual activities that don't lead to pregnancy.
Valentine’s Day Celebration At AHI
Love is often regarded as a magical feeling as such February 14 is set aside to celebrate love around the world. Thus, Action Health...
Action Health Incorporated (AHI) Joins #ShowYourSelfie Campaign
Action Health Incorporated (AHI) is proud to support the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) and Global Citizen ongoing #ShowYourSelfie campaign to show world leaders that...
“Close The Gap” – World AIDS Day Celebration
“On this ?#?WorldAIDSDay, I call on world leaders to unite in our common cause. We have started to turn the tide. We have set a bold...