Laos Reports 360 New HIV Infections in First Three Monts of 2025

Laos has reported 360 new HIV instances within the first three months of 2025, persevering with a rising development from the earlier 12 months. The nation is working to fight the illness by way of varied public well being efforts.

Between January and March 2025, 28,341 folks have been examined for HIV, with greater than 300 people discovered to be constructive.

This follows the 1,896 new instances reported from January to November 2024. In November 2024, Deputy Minister of Well being Phayvanh Keopaseuth shared information displaying that 53 p.c of individuals residing with HIV have been aged 15 to 29, highlighting the vulnerability of youthful populations.

Stories additionally revealed that 218 people aged 25–29 have been newly contaminated within the first half of 2024 alone.

To deal with the rising instances, Laos at the moment operates 196 HIV testing services and remedy facilities throughout all 18 provinces, offering antiretroviral remedy to 12,803 folks. The federal government can also be working to enhance healthcare providers, increase consciousness, and implement preventive measures for at-risk teams.

With a objective to finish HIV transmission by 2030, Laos continues to give attention to training, prevention, and expanded healthcare entry to cut back the unfold of the virus.