Linking HIV and SRHR remains far too incomplete, yet doing so is an utmost priority.
Perinatal transmission of HIV is responsible for most HIV infections in children, and only 45% of pregnant women living with HIV in low and middle income countries are receiving antiretroviral treatment (including for their own health). See the WHO Unite for Children Fourth Stocktaking Report 2009.
Several countries have lower than 10% ART coverage for pregnant women. Testing coverage also remains strikingly inadequate. Under 40% of people globally know their HIV status, and only 33% of people in low- and middle-income countries who need HIV treatment are receiving it.
Almost half of all new infections are among people between the ages of 15 and 24, and young women make up more than 60% of all youth infections.
Every year more than half a million women die from complications in pregnancy and childbirth. Yet HIV may be a major cause of maternal mortality in highly affected countries.
Stigma and discrimination of people living with HIV continues is a major barrier to HIV prevention, treatment, care, and support.
