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Rwandan Taxi Drivers Want HIV Clinics Near Pick-up PointsSeptember 6, 2001 Through their public transport association, drivers of Rwanda's minibus taxis have called for the opening of HIV clinics near the bus stations where they pick up passengers. The drivers have also asked the government to provide AIDS information by way of leaflets, brochures and cassettes. In many African towns, the hubs of public transport are bustling road stations that serve buses and local and long-distance taxis. The drivers, who are considered a part of the population at risk, urged Rwandans to put an end to the stigma surrounding living with HIV. Some 400,000 Rwandans have HIV/AIDS, and 500 are receiving drug therapy costing $140 a month. Back to other CDC news for September 6, 2001 Agence France Presse 09.06.01  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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