The stigma
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Last published Thu, May 21, 2020
Imagine having a dreaded sickness possibly the HIV/ AIDS. Do you know the stigma that comes with having such sickness?
Read along and see how Ruth cope with the dreaded sickness especially with the stigma she got from people even are loved ones
You will also find out if Ruth will be able to find love again
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