Current trends in HIV infection in Romania

Abstract

Background: HIV infection continues to be a significant public health issue in Romania, with ongoing challenges in prevention, treatment access, and social stigma. On December 1st 2024, Romania had reported a total of 28,793 cases of HIV/AIDS since 1985. Of these, 18,768 individuals were living with HIV/AIDS. Challenges: Many tims hospitals in Romania have reported shortages of essential HIV medications, leading to limited access to ART for some patients. Social stigma continues to affect individuals living with HIV, impacting their willingness to seek testing and treatment. Socio-professional integration remains one of the most important challenges. Methodology: Analysis of documents within the Department for Monitoring HIV Infection in Romania (National Institute of Infectious Diseases dr. "Matei Bals" Bucharest) on the evolution of HIV-AIDS at the level of our country, respectively the data presented by patient associations. Conclusion: HIV infection continues to be a public health problem in Romania also, that requires sustained efforts both in terms of management of cases already diagnosed and in terms of prevention among the population.