Community-based HIV treatment delivery models are as effective as standard clinic-based care in maintaining viral suppression and keeping patients engaged in therapy across Africa, according to a new study. Researchers found no significant difference in viral non-suppression rates between differentiated service delivery models and conventional facility-based care, suggesting that stable patients can safely receive treatment with fewer clinic visits. The study comes as African health systems face growing strain from rising numbers of people on lifelong HIV treatment. The risk of non-retention in care was not significantly different between differentiated models and standard treatment, with a pooled risk ratio of 1.03. The findings support broader adoption of people-centred HIV care strategies as African countries seek to expand treatment coverage and meet global HIV targets.

Source: Daily News Egypt January 27, 2026 14:34 UTC