ArticleInternational journal for equity in health2025
Bridging the gap: telemedicine as a solution for HIV care inequities in rural and vulnerable communities.
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- Effectiveness of Telehealth in HIV Management for People Living with HIV and Key Populations: A Systematic Review of Models, Adherence, Viral Suppression, and Behavioral Outcomes.AIDS and behavior · 2026Pooled it
- "It's a lifeline": perspectives and experiences of health technology use among HIV care providers in rural Florida.AIDS care · 2026Article
- Suitability and Acceptability of Decentralised Care for People Living with HIV.AIDS and behavior · 2026Article
- Rapid Deployment of Telemedicine in HIV Care: Mixed Methods Study of Providers' Attitudes and Perceptions.Journal of medical Internet research · 2026Article
- The intersection of place and health: neighborhood and socioeconomic factors associated with viral suppression.AIDS care · 2026Article
- Navigating Adversity: Psychosocial Transformation, Service Advocacy, and End-of-Life Perceptions Among Family Caregivers of PLWHA During Inpatient Treatment in Hunan, China.Patient preference and adherence · 2026Article
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- Building Relationships and Families Among PLHIV in Low-and Middle-Income Countries: Overcoming Stigma and Leveraging Recent Advances.Journal of the International Association of Providers of AIDS CareReview
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Abstract
backgroundDespite advancements in HIV management, healthcare inequalities continue to exist, especially in rural and populations vulnerable to HIV, where factors such as distance, low income, prejudice, and a shortage of healthcare workers contribute to delayed diagnosis and inadequate care.
objectiveThis commentary explores how telemedicine can close the healthcare disparity gap for HIV patients in rural and vulnerable settings by bringing care closer and decreasing stigma.
methodsThe study analyzed primary sources, such as articles from PubMed, Science Direct, the Web of Science, and WHO reports from 2020 to 2024, including case studies, to examine the role of telemedicine in global HIV care. It assessed challenges, effectiveness, and infrastructural barriers, as well as policy implications.
resultsTelemedicine in HIV care for rural and vulnerable groups includes virtual consultation, monitoring, telehealth, digital health education, diagnostic services, telecounselling, telemental health, telepreventive care, and emergency services. It improves treatment involvement, reduces travel, ensures confidentiality, and reduces social disapproval. However, internet inefficiency and infrastructure issues in isolated regions hinder its use.
conclusionTelemedicine effectively addresses HIV care gaps in rural and high-risk populations by increasing service utilization, reducing stigma, and improving patient care quality; however, long-term sustainability requires infrastructure improvements and internet connectivity issues.
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