Barriers and mitigating strategies to routine <scp>HIV</scp> screening in emergency departments: A national qualitative study

This study provides an in-depth exploration of the barriers and mitigating strategies to HIV screening in US EDs through the lens of directors around the country. Despite the capacity and strategic potential of EDs to contribute to HIV prevention, significant challenges persist, including staffing, logistical issues and stigma. Institutional investment in staff support systems, integration of HIV screening into electronic medical records and efforts to normalize HIV screening are essential to enhance the efficacy of screening programmes.