After going through a phase that was filled with dissents, finally circumcision has managed to get approval from the World Health Organization too. Actually, World Health Organization (WHO) has taken an official stance in favor of male circumcision by touting it as a prolific method that lowers the risk of HIV transmission.
Researchers from the U.S. were the first to dub it (circumcision) as an effective tool to stem the spread of HIV/AIDS, which was later much criticized by some people. Here it is important to note that several studies, aimed at knowing the effectiveness of circumcision against HIV/AIDS, have shown that circumcision helps curbing the spread of HIV/AIDS. And this very factor has prompted WHO to come for its support. WHO firmly believes that male circumcision should be part of a comprehensive HIV prevention package that includes:
• The provision of HIV testing and counseling services.
• Treatment for sexually transmitted infections.
• The promotion of safer sex practices.
• The provision of male and female condoms and promotion of their correct and consistent use.
WHO believes that more study is essential to know the way circumcision protects from HIV transmission. Moreover, it (WHO) thinks that circumcision should be adopted as a prolific tool against HIV/AIDS. In addition, it has also emphasized that other methods, including safe sex, condom use, etc. should also be given due importance as circumcision provides just partial protection and considering it a full shield against HIV/AIDS would be a great mistake.
Via: Daily News Central
