Abunda, whose result was non-reactive, delved into the topic during the live episode of "Aquino & Abunda Tonight," amid news of the rise in cases of HIV in the Philippines.
Of undergoing the test, he said: "Nakakatakot ho talaga, may kaba. Nakakakaba dahil, what if? It is important that we know. Karapatan ho natin."
"Ang laking kaginhawan sa ating lahat pag nalaman natin [na tayo ay negatibo sa sakit]. Pag positive, makakahingi po tayo ng tulong," he added, mentioning organizations concerned with HIV.
The showbiz veteran discussed trends in HIV-related cases, vulnerable sectors and age brackets, transmission and prevention of HIV, the importance of getting tested, and why the stigma attached to HIV should be addressed.
source: www.abs-cbnnews.com
