Health - Minister: Reduce prejudices against HIV-positive people
According to Lower Saxony's Health Minister Andreas Philippi, fears and prejudices towards HIV-positive people should be reduced through education. Thanks to progress in therapy, well-treated HIV-positive people have a comparable life expectancy to HIV-negative people and pose no danger to their fellow human beings, said the SPD politician on Friday on the occasion of World AIDS Day. "But HIV-infected people still experience stigmatization and exclusion."
"Over the last 40 years, the tireless, largely voluntary efforts of the AIDS service organizations, the services offered by the public health service and the comprehensive medical care have reduced the overall number of new HIV infections," said the Minister.
Last year, there were 294 new HIV diagnoses in Lower Saxony - significantly more than the previous year (171), according to the Ministry, citing the Robert Koch Institute (RKI).
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- Despite progress in treatment, individuals living with HIV in Lower Saxony still face stigmatization and exclusion, as highlighted by Health Minister Andreas Philippi, who is a member of the SPD party.
- Andreas Philippi emphasized that well-treated HIV-positive individuals have a life expectancy comparable to HIV-negative people, debunking the common misconception that they pose a threat to others.
- The tireless efforts of AIDS service organizations, public health services, and comprehensive medical care have significantly reduced the number of new HIV infections in Germany, including a 64% increase in new HIV diagnoses in Lower Saxony in 2021 compared to the previous year.
- Andreas Philippi, the Health Minister of Lower Saxony, called for the reduction of prejudices against HIV-positive people through education, a critical step in combating discrimination and promoting inclusivity in society.
- Hanover, the capital city of Lower Saxony, has not been mentioned in relation to HIV-related issues, but it is essential to address prejudice and discrimination against HIV-positive individuals at all levels, including in local communities and social settings.
Source: www.stern.de
