Monks bless elderly sick in fearful HIV commune

Several elderly HIV-positive villagers in Battambang’s Roka commune are seriously ill, local authorities have said, with some of their families having called monks to bless them as they believe death may be imminent. Five people living in the commune have died since a massive HIV outbreak in the area came to light late last year. All but one, a 6-month old diagnosed with a severe respiratory infection, have been elderly.​ …

May Titthara
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