Tag #Hiv Epidemic

What are the key factors driving the significant rise in HIV infections in the Philippines, and what immediate actions are being taken to address this?

The Philippines is experiencing a dramatic 543% increase in new HIV infections between 2010 and 2023, with nearly half of new infections in 2024 affecting 15-24 year olds. This surge, particularly among men who have sex with men (89% of cases in this age group), mirrors the peak of the AIDS crisis in cities like New York and San Francisco in the 1980s. The government is responding with free testing and treatment, aiming to destigmatize sexual healthcare.