HIV Programme
AKUH is committed to providing comprehensive and compassionate care to individuals living with HIV/AIDS. Our HIV services are designed to address the physical, emotional, and social needs of our patients, fostering a supportive environment for their well-being.
Conditions We Treat
- HIV/AIDS
- Opportunistic infections (infections that commonly affect HIV patients, e.g., tuberculosis, pneumonia)
- HIV-related complications (e.g., neurological disorders, kidney disease)
- Co-infections (infections that often occur alongside HIV, e.g., hepatitis B and C)
Our Services
AKUH offers a wide range of services to meet the needs of patients with HIV:
- Prevention and screening: Services for those at risk of HIV, including pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) and post-exposure prophylaxis (PEP).
- HIV testing and counselling: Confidential testing with pre- and post-test counselling to support informed decision-making.
- Antiretroviral therapy (ART): Effective treatment regimens tailored to each patient's needs, helping to control the virus and improve quality of life.
- HIV/AIDS management: Ongoing care and management of HIV, monitoring disease progression and adjusting treatment as necessary.
- Support services: Psychosocial support and counselling to help patients and their families cope with the emotional and psychological challenges of living with HIV.
Our Multidisciplinary Team
Our HIV services are delivered by a team of highly skilled professionals, including:
- Infectious disease specialists: Experienced physicians who specialise in the diagnosis and management of HIV/AIDS.
- Nurses: Dedicated nurses who provide clinical care, education, and support to patients.
- Psychologists: Professionals who offer counselling and support services to patients and their families.
- Pharmacists: Pharmacists who ensure the accurate and timely dispensing of medications.
To learn more about our highly trained and skilled experts, search on Find a Doctor under the speciality of Infectious Diseases.
At AKUH, we are committed to providing the highest quality of care for individuals living with HIV/AIDS. Our goal is to improve their quality of life, reduce the stigma associated with HIV, and contribute to ending the AIDS epidemic.
