Public's perceptions and attitudes toward HIV and people living with HIV in GCC countries: a qualitative study

Reducing HIV stigma in the GCC requires coordinated, multi-level strategies that directly address the structural and social factors identified in this study. These include the development of stigma-free and integrated healthcare pathways, strengthened legal protections, and sustained public awareness efforts. The findings emphasize the importance of grounding policy and educational interventions in the lived realities of PLHIV and the broader public.