The Medical Journal of Australia
Episode 558: MJA Podcasts 2024 Episode 17: HIV in Australia – the latest epidemiology, developments in treatment and the path to elimination of HIV transmission
May 19, 2024
Dr. Phillip Keen and Dr. Francesca di Giallonardo discuss HIV in Australia, including treatment advancements and efforts to eliminate transmission. They explore declining new diagnoses, the importance of genetic surveillance, and the country's initiative to reduce new HIV cases by 90% by 2030. They also address stigma around HIV testing, at-risk groups, and the research project focusing on patient confidentiality and data de-identification for targeted prevention measures.
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- Australia aims to eliminate HIV transmission by 2030 through expanding access to PrEP and embedding testing in medical settings.
- Genetic-based surveillance with molecular epidemiology helps track HIV transmission patterns and inform public health prevention strategies effectively.
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Decline in New HIV Diagnoses in Australia
In Australia, there has been a significant decline in new HIV diagnoses, with a 46% reduction between 2013 and 2022. The country aims to achieve the elimination of HIV transmission by 2030, focusing on strategies like expanding access to pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) and embedding HIV testing in medical settings.
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