To encourage testing, HIV self-testing kits have been made available at places such as some retail pharmacies since last January. Mdm Rahayu said demand has been “strong and consistent”, with an average of more than 800 kits sold monthly.
“This has broadened HIV testing options beyond traditional clinical settings, making it easier for individuals to learn their status privately and conveniently, while complementing existing clinic-based services,” she added.
Mdm Rahayu also said Singapore is working towards meeting the global target by the Joint United Nations Programme on HIV/AIDS (UNAIDS) in treating and managing HIV.
Under the 95-95-95 framework, the aim is to achieve a 95 per cent target for testing, treatment and suppression, as a way of ending the HIV/AIDS epidemic by 2030.
