HIV Services and Outcomes During the COVID-19 Pandemic — United States, 2019–2021 - ISS-G20 Laboratorium Repository

What is already known about this topic?

HIV service use decreased after the COVID-19 public health emergency declaration in March 2020.

What is added by this report?

In 2020, the number of HIV tests and the number of persons prescribed preexposure prophylaxis (PrEP) decreased between the first and second calendar quarters but rebounded by the third quarter. The proportion of persons linked to HIV care, the number prescribed antiretroviral therapy, and the proportion with a suppressed viral load among those tested remained stable during the study period.

What are the implications for public health practice?

Innovative service delivery models for HIV testing and PrEP care are needed to ensure that these services are accessible during public health emergencies.

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