Navigating the HIV Care Cascade: Addressing Challenges and Enhancing Outcomes

I Made Moh Yanuar Saifudin (Faculty of Medicine, Public Health, and Nursing, Universitas Gadjah Mada, Yogyakarta, Indonesia)
Radian Ilmaskal
Rinaldi Daswito (Health Polytechnic MoH Tanjungpinang, Indonesia)
Besral (Department of Biostatistics and Population Studies, Faculty of Public Health, Universitas Indonesia, Depok, Indonesia)

Journal of Health Sciences and Epidemiology
Vol. 1 No. 3 (2023): December 2023

Individuals living with HIV undergo a multifaceted and prolonged care process marked by clinical, social, and emotional complexities. Unfortunately, they often encounter stigma in various forms. This editorial paper delves into specific social and public health challenges, emphasizing the significance of healthcare providers actively involving patients in the intricacies of the HIV care cascade. By addressing these barriers, we aim to enhance patient engagement and ultimately improve the overall outcomes of HIV care.