Universal test and treat not enough to end HIV epidemic

Early models of HIV epidemics calculated that near-universal antiretroviral treatment coverage and medical circumcision could almost eliminate new infections. However, as countries like Eswatini reach their 90-90-90 targets, it's becoming clear that this is not the case. Randomised trials in sub-Saharan Africa confirm the feasibility of universal test-and-treat, but localised data and additional preventative measures are needed to reduce new infections enough to eliminate the HIV epidemic.

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Human Science Research Council SA
Published
2025-12-09
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https://doi.org/10.14749/30830654
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Genital Health and Disease
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Universal test and treat not enough to end HIV epidemic

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Universal test and treat not enough to end HIV epidemic

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Abstract

Early models of HIV epidemics calculated that near-universal antiretroviral treatment coverage and medical circumcision could almost eliminate new infections. However, as countries like Eswatini reach their 90-90-90 targets, it's becoming clear that this is not the case. Randomised trials in sub-Saharan Africa confirm the feasibility of universal test-and-treat, but localised data and additional preventative measures are needed to reduce new infections enough to eliminate the HIV epidemic.

Human Science Research Council SA
Good health and well-being
Openalex Percentile: Top 29%
Genital Health and Disease
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