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  • HIV/AIDS Research
  • Health Services Research

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  • HIV remains a global health issue, with persistent challenges in Latin America including stigma and inequity.
  • Chile's HIV law mandates state responsibility, but structured peer support for people living with HIV (PLHIV) is underutilized.
  • Limited local evidence exists on the impact of peer-led strategies in HIV care within Chile.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review global research on peer support interventions for HIV.
  • To identify lessons for designing culturally sensitive and sustainable peer support programs in Chile.
  • To advocate for the integration of peer support into HIV care in Chile.

Main Methods:

  • Systematic review of international research on peer support in HIV care.
  • Analysis of existing literature on HIV policy and services in Chile.
  • Synthesis of findings to inform program design and implementation.

Main Results:

  • Global studies show peer support improves ART adherence, mental health, social connection, and quality of life (HRQOL).
  • Effective implementation necessitates cultural adaptation, structured training, sustainable funding, and health system integration.
  • Peer support can align with Chile's legal obligations and be integrated into primary and hospital care.

Conclusions:

  • Peer support is an essential strategy for humanizing HIV care and promoting holistic well-being for PLHIV.
  • Further life-history research in Latin America is needed to understand local experiences with peer-led approaches.
  • Translating global evidence into locally relevant action is crucial for comprehensive, person-centered HIV care in Chile.