Why Are HIV Rates Rising Among Young Filipinos?
Originally Published 3 months ago — by Rappler
The Philippines is experiencing a rapid increase in HIV cases, especially among young men and transgender individuals, driven by factors like late diagnosis, limited access to testing and treatment, stigma, and aggressive HIV strains. Despite available prevention tools, awareness and testing rates are low, and international funding cuts have hampered response efforts. A comprehensive, stigma-reducing approach involving education, accessible healthcare, and community support is crucial to curb the epidemic and meet global targets.