Various Groups of Children Vulnerable to HIV/AIDS
Some groups of children are more likely to be affected by HIV/AIDS due to their environment, family situations, or lack of protection. Here are the major vulnerable groups:
- 1. Orphans of HIV-positive Parents: Children who have lost one or both parents to AIDS are vulnerable due to lack of care, poverty, and emotional trauma.
- 2. Street Children: Living without adult care, they are exposed to abuse, drug use, and unsafe sexual practices.
- 3. Children Living in Red-Light Areas: Children of sex workers or those growing up in red-light districts may face higher exposure to HIV risks.
- 4. Children of Injecting Drug Users (IDUs): Risk increases due to poor hygiene and possible vertical transmission from HIV-positive mothers.
- 5. Children in Conflict Zones: Displacement and lack of access to healthcare make these children highly vulnerable.
Protecting these children through education, healthcare, and community support is vital for prevention and care.