Portugal debates path to end HIV transmission by 2030
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Health officials and specialists in Portugal will convene on September 17 to discuss strategies for responding to HIV infection through 2030.
For decades, HIV infection carried a high risk of serious illness, but antiretroviral therapy now allows people to control the virus and improve their quality of life.
The country is working to meet the UNAIDS 95-95-95 goals, which aim for 95% of people with HIV to be diagnosed, 95% of those diagnosed to receive treatment, and 95% of those in treatment to achieve undetectable viral loads. Portugal has made progress in diagnosis, treatment, and prevention, but challenges remain. These include ensuring equal access to care, reducing stigma, improving health literacy, and effectively using data.
ViiV Healthcare Portugal is hosting the “HIV Parliament 2.0” to bring together representatives from health authorities, community organizations, academia, and the pharmaceutical sector. The meeting will focus on three key areas: the current state of HIV in Portugal, equitable implementation of innovation, and data interoperability and action. Organisers plan for the discussion to identify priorities and solutions to accelerate progress towards eliminating new HIV transmissions, emphasising that collaboration among all involved is essential for success.
