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Published on: April 9, 2014
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HIV in Canada: 2009 to 2014.
Summary
New human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) diagnoses in Canada declined between 2009 and 2014. Increased treatment for HIV-positive mothers led to fewer infant infections.
Area of Science:
- Epidemiology
- Public Health Surveillance
- Infectious Disease Trends
Background:
- HIV diagnoses in Canada fluctuated between 2,100 and 2,700 cases annually from 1996 to 2008.
- Understanding recent trends is crucial for public health interventions.
Purpose of the Study:
- To analyze trends in new HIV diagnoses in Canada from 2009 to 2014.
- To examine demographic and regional variations in HIV cases.
- To assess trends in perinatally HIV-exposed infants.
Main Methods:
- Data compiled from the National HIV/AIDS Surveillance System and Canadian Perinatal HIV Surveillance Program.
- Analysis included age group, sex, exposure category, race/ethnicity, and region.
- Included data on perinatally HIV-exposed infants and treatment rates.
Main Results:
- New HIV cases decreased from 2,391 in 2009 to 2,044 in 2014.
- The 30-39 age group had the most diagnoses, with an increase in those aged 50+.
- Males constituted 75% of cases, with men who have sex with men as the primary exposure category; heterosexual contact was most common in females.
Conclusions:
- The annual number of reported HIV cases in Canada has declined.
- Treatment rates for HIV-positive mothers increased significantly, leading to a decrease in infected infants.
