Between stigma and access: obstacles to HIV testing

Lucía Daniela Medeot Villegas and Romina Leardi

South Health and Policy, 2025, vol. 4, 194-194

Abstract: The text addressed the late diagnosis of the Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) as a persistent problem at a global level, despite scientific advances in its treatment. It analysed how various psychosocial and structural factors influenced the low demand for testing, such as low risk perception, social stigma, mistrust of the health system, limited access to services and lack of adequate information. It was explained that these barriers not only affected individual health, but also compromised the prevention and control of the epidemic. Finally, it was proposed that the HIV test be integrated into routine medical check-ups as a strategy to reduce stigmatisation and improve access to timely diagnosis.

Date: 2025
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DOI: 10.56294/shp2025194

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