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International News Philippine Health Chief Hit for Anti-Gay CommentsDecember 5, 2011 Philippine Health Secretary Enrique Ona came under fire after suggesting Friday at an AIDS conference that health workers should survey the homes of gay youths and warn their parents about potentially risky behavior. "Parents should rein in their homosexual children and get them tested," continued Ona during a discussion about voluntary testing for at-risk youths. A Philippines LGBT group on Monday called for Ona's resignation. The minister's office did not immediately return a call seeking comment. A government spokesperson, Abigail Valte, said "we do not support any discrimination." Associated Press 12.05.2011  This article was provided by U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. It is a part of the publication CDC HIV/Hepatitis/STD/TB Prevention News Update. Visit the CDC's website to find out more about their activities, publications and services.
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