BORACAY — Most of the about 20 persons with Human Immunodeficiency Virus-Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome (HIV-AIDS) in Aklan are staying in this resort island, a health official said.
Actually, these persons are currently undergoing regular medical treatment either in the Dr. Rafael S. Tumbukon Memorial Hospital in Kalibo, Aklan or in Iloilo City, said Department of Health 6 (DOH-6) Director, Dr. Ariel Valencia.
However, according to Dr. Valencia, “They (patients) did not get the disease in Boracay but somewhere else, since most of them formerly worked as overseas Filipino workers.”
“They decided to enjoy their fruitful years in this resort island and it is their right to do so,” he added.
Still, the DOH is continuously warning both the residents and the tourists in Boracay on the danger of acquiring AIDS.
Despite being promoted as a wholesome tourist destination, this resort island is considered a haven of people seeking sex and romance.
According to reports, one of the many bars here has “sex workers” catering to foreign clients.
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