Seven children ranging in age from 14 and below have been found positive for the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) in Central Visayas (Region 7).

Department of Health Region-7 (DOH-7) Medical Officer Van Philip Baton, said the DOH is now monitoring the children who were infected with the virus through injection. They are now under treatment and medication.

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