Arusha — Young girls in Arumeru District, are reported to be taking a compound of Sodium Bicarbonate mixed with cold water, a home made 'drug' believed to be able to prevent pregnancy. The girls are convinced that taking a dose of 'Magadi' (as the chemical is known locally), in liquid form, immediately after sex, keeps them safe from 'unwanted babies.'
A recent research study report by the Family Planning Association of Tanzania (UMATI) reveals that, getting pregnant was the 'most scary,' thing as far as girls of Arumeru were concerned. On the other hand, both young men and women in the locality, were found to be experiencing sexual intercourse at very early ages.
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