Kwara launches free HIV prevention injection for residents
The Kwara State Government has introduced a free long-acting anti-HIV injection for residents to boost HIV prevention efforts. The new injectable, Lenacapavir, offers an alternative to daily oral medication and is part of a wider Federal Government initiative. Dr. Amina El-Imam, the State Commissioner for Health, described the rollout as a significant step in the fight against HIV. The intervention targets those at substantial risk and aims to make prevention more accessible and stigma-free.
What we know
- The free anti-HIV injection, Lenacapavir, is now available in Kwara State as part of a prevention strategy.
- The injection is administered twice yearly and is intended for HIV-negative individuals at high risk, especially those in sero-discordant relationships.
- Dr. Amina El-Imam highlighted that the initiative addresses challenges with daily medication adherence and reduces stigma.
- The rollout is part of a broader Federal Government plan, with Kwara among the first states to implement it.
- The injection is available at designated facilities like the Kwara State University Teaching Hospital and is provided free of charge.
