Independent HIV Commission Aims to End Transmissions Within a Decade
An independent HIV Commission has launched with the single purpose of ending all transmissions in England by 2030.
The commission is set to host a series of public events, online consultations and a national call for evidence from those who have been effected by HIV.
“We have a unique opportunity to end new HIV transmission in England,” said Dame Inga Beale, the former CEO of Lloyd’s of London and chair of the new commission.
“We will develop evidence-based recommendations to make this happen within a decade.
“The preventative tools we have are working to reduce HIV transmission in many parts of the country. The commission will look at what we need to do to build on this progress to stop HIV in its tracks for everyone.
“We will be working with experts from the science and public health communities, and drawing on the expertise and experience of people living with HIV, businesses, the voluntary sector and the public to develop a credible way to make England the first country in the world to achieve this ambition.
“This is a big challenge, but it’s one we can achieve if we harness the resources and capability that has made the UK a pioneer in HIV prevention, treatment and support for nearly 40 years.”
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