The Evolving HIV Landscape in Central and Eastern Europe: Progress, Gaps, and Future Directions-Part I - PubMed
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- Central and Eastern Europe is one of the few regions with rising new HIV infections after over 40 years of the epidemic.
- The review shows Central Europe has improved testing and treatment access, but Eastern Europe's epidemic grows due to socioeconomic issues, funding limits, and stigma.
- Late diagnosis, unequal care access, and low viral suppression rates remain major barriers despite improvements in diagnostics and therapy.
- EU and non-EU countries in the region vary widely in healthcare systems, prevention programs, and management strategies.
- Understanding regional diversity and challenges is key for developing locally adapted interventions to meet UNAIDS targets.