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    • Public Health
    • Epidemiology
    • Addiction Science

    Background:

    • The interconnectedness of Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) and alcohol use epidemics is often underestimated globally.
    • Significant missed opportunities exist for synergistic prevention and treatment strategies addressing both HIV and alcohol-related harms.

    Discussion:

    • Current HIV policies, prevention services, and research frequently fail to adequately address the impact of alcohol on HIV.
    • Alcohol use is underrecognized as a critical risk factor and complicating factor in HIV prevention and management.

    Key Insights:

    • There is a lack of integrated approaches to tackling the dual burden of HIV and alcohol use in many high-prevalence countries.
    • Synergistic interventions for HIV and alcohol use are underdeveloped, leading to suboptimal public health outcomes.

    Outlook:

    • Future HIV prevention and treatment frameworks must incorporate comprehensive strategies for alcohol use disorders.
    • Enhanced research and policy development are needed to address the complex interplay between alcohol and HIV epidemics effectively.