New HIV diagnoses in the United Kingdom have fallen by almost a third since 2015, bringing the island nation closer to its goal of zero new HIV transmissions by 2030
They fell from 6,271 in 2015 to 4,484 in 2018 -- a decrease of 28% and the lowest level since 2000, according to data released by Public Health England on Tuesday. The decline comes after a nationwide campaign for HIV prevention, which included more HIV testing, condom provision and the use of HIV prevention treatments like pre-exposure prophylaxis and antiretroviral treatment .
"This decline in diagnoses is a result of our unwavering commitment to prevention which has led to more people getting tested, and has allowed people with HIV to benefit from effective treatment, stopping the virus from spreading further," she said in the press release."However, I am not complacent and remain dedicated to ensuring we reach our target of zero new HIV transmissions by 2030.
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