- Plateau State recorded 2,260 new HIV cases and 581 related deaths in 2023.
- 45,835 individuals in the state are living with HIV and receiving Antiretroviral Therapy (ART).
- The state government has expanded its testing services to over 900 healthcare facilities.
Plateau State recorded 2,260 new HIV cases and 581 related deaths in 2023, according to the state’s Commissioner for Health, Dr. Cletus Shurkuk . This information was revealed at an event commemorating the 2024 World AIDS Day, which is observed globally on December 1. The event’s theme, “Take the Right Path,” emphasizes the importance of comprehensive sex education and awareness, particularly among young people .
As of 2023, 45,835 individuals in Plateau State were living with HIV and receiving Antiretroviral Therapy (ART) . The state government has expanded its testing services to over 900 healthcare facilities and increased awareness about HIV prevention and treatment .
To combat mother-to-child transmission of HIV, the state successfully conducted tests for 46,828 pregnant women between January and June 2024. Plateau State has achieved the 88-98-95 target, a milestone toward meeting the UNAIDS target of 99-95-95 by 2030, which is crucial for HIV epidemic control .
