Population Services International

Tennis Star Anna Kournikova Calls for Action to Protect Health of Russian Youth

Published in AIDS Weekly, October 19th, 2009

Tennis star and PSI (Population Services International) Ambassador Anna Kournikova joined the government of Russia today calling for a coordinated response to the serious health issues facing Russian youth. In a joint press conference in Moscow, Kournikova, government leaders and health experts discussed ongoing health challenges in Russia, where 70% of HIV-positive people are under 30 years of age.

"Too many youth in Russia today fall victim to early drug and alcohol addictions, putting themselves at risk for HIV and other life-threatening illnesses. We can prevent youth from going down this destructive path with a unified response and a coordinated effort to provide...

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Source: AIDS Weekly (2009-10-19)

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