Brazil eliminates mother-to-child HIV transmission through accessible care

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Brazil has been validated by the WHO for eliminating mother-to-child HIV transmission, achieving a rate below 2%. This success is attributed to widespread rapid HIV testing, accessible prenatal care, and timely antiretroviral treatment for pregnant women and newborns across the country. Primary healthcare units serve as the crucial entry point for testing and treatment, reaching even remote and Indigenous communities.


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