Key Steps in Ending the Epidemic
HIV prevention efforts are also hindered by a complex web of inequalities that disproportionately affect communities and populations who experience sexism, racism, homophobia, transphobia and biphobia, as well as other forms of discrimination. These inequalities are compounded by social determinants that widen health disparities, from education to income.
All these factors can leave people unable to have open conversations with their partners, health practitioners or communities about HIV, and unable to access services that would protect their health.
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"Prevention is crucial," says Dr. Nwokolo, Head of Global Patient Engagement at ViiV Healthcare. Ending the HIV/AIDS epidemic requires three steps: testing everyone to identify those with HIV, treating those who are positive, and preventing new infections. Prevention includes using condoms, discussing HIV status before sex, and biomedical options like treating HIV to make it untransmittable and using PrEP for high-risk individuals.
Healthcare pioneers innovative HIV prevention methods, offering diverse treatment options. Effective implementation is key, ensuring these innovations reach those in need.
Barriers like funding and inequalities hinder HIV prevention efforts. Overcoming these challenges is vital to ensure accessible, effective healthcare for all.
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