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  • To Accelerate Economic Growth, Uganda Should Prioritize Young People’s Health Care

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    Dot-Mom  //  Guest Contributor  //  August 21, 2019  //  By Winfred Ongom
    Young African Leaders

    Even though it has always been said that young people are the future of society, it is important to note that we are very much present. We are ready to thrive and become productive adults. Unfortunately, many adolescents and young people are robbed of their potential. We still face a high risk of unplanned pregnancy, sexually transmitted infections, teenage pregnancy, early child bearing, unsafe abortions, and dropping out of school. 

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