Cyprus among first to meet UN HIV targets

Cyprus is among the first countries to meet the United Nations’ HIV targets, achieving a treatment rate of around 98 per cent, the Aids Solidarity Movement said on Thursday.

“The main driver of Cyprus’ success in HIV has been the close collaboration between the community, patient groups, clinicians and policymakers,” said the organisation’s president, Christos Krasidis.

By meeting the UN’s 95-95-95 targets, Cyprus has ensured that 95 per cent of people living with HIV know their status...