Quality of life for people living with HIV: What is it, why does it matter and how can we make it happen?

This resource titled “Quality of life for people living with HIV: What is it, why does it matter and how can we make it happen?” delves into the evolving landscape of HIV care and the need to reevaluate the concept of quality of life for individuals with HIV. In the era of advanced antiretroviral therapy (ART), which has shifted HIV from a ‘fatal’ to a ‘manageable’ condition, the focus extends beyond viral suppression. While ART has significantly improved physical health, the briefing emphasises the persisting challenges such as mental health issues, social stigma, human rights violations, and discrimination that impact the quality of life, particularly for marginalised groups. The article advocates for a comprehensive understanding of quality of life as essential for achieving Sustainable Development Goals, offering insights into interventions and positioning the concept within global frameworks. This comprehensive exploration is informed by practical experiences and expertise from diverse stakeholders, including networks of people living with HIV and civil society organisations. Quality of life for people living with HIV: What is it, why does it matter and how can we make it happen?