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Study: Treating Elephantiasis Lowers HIV Risk in Tanzania

Study: Treating Elephantiasis Lowers HIV Risk in Tanzania

SciDev.Net highlights research indicating that treating and eliminating elephantiasis (lymphatic filariasis) can reduce HIV risk in Tanzania. Researchers recommend incorporating filariasis elimination into broader HIV prevention strategies.

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Treating elephantiasis cuts HIV risk in Tanzania