Zambia
Zambia has an adult prevalence of HIV/AIDS at 12.5%. It stands as one of the countries deeply affected by the epidemic. Despite progress in recent years, Zambia continues to face significant challenges in tackling HIV/AIDS effectively. Limited healthcare resources, coupled with socio-economic factors, contribute to the persistence of the epidemic. To combat HIV/AIDS effectively, Zambia must prioritize efforts to increase access to testing, treatment, and prevention services across the country.
- Adult prevalence of HIV/AIDS: 12.5%
- Number of people with HIV/AIDS: 1,550,000
- Annual deaths from HIV/AIDS: 20,000
- Year of estimate: 2023
Top 10 HIV Countries in the World
HIV stands for Human Immunodeficiency Virus. It is a virus that attacks the body’s immune system and makes it harder to fight off infections and diseases. According to the WHO, by 2023, HIV/AIDS had killed approximately 40.4 million people, and approximately 39 million people were infected with HIV globally. Of these, 29.8 million people (75%) are receiving antiretroviral treatment.
In this article, we are going to learn about the Top 10 Countries in the World where HIV is most prevalent.