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ArticleFrontiers in public health2026

Stakeholders' perspectives on HIV prevention in the Czech Republic: a qualitative study.

Veronika Szépe, Sylva Rödlová, Milan Zlámal, Aleš Tichopád

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Veronika SzépeDepartment of Biomedical Technology, Faculty of Biomedical Engineering, Czech Technical University in Prague, Prague, Czechia.
Sylva RödlováDepartment of Hygiene, Third Faculty of Medicine, Charles University, Prague, Czechia.
Milan ZlámalClinic of Infectious Diseases, First Faculty of Medicine, Charles University and Military University Hospital, Central Military Hospital - Military University Hospital, Prague, Czechia.
Aleš TichopádDepartment of Biomedical Technology, Faculty of Biomedical Engineering, Czech Technical University in Prague, Prague, Czechia.

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Abstract

Introduction: The present study explores stakeholder perspectives on HIV prevention in the Czech Republic, with a focus on perceived gaps and priorities in current strategies. Methods: Semi-structured interviews were conducted with 11 institutional stakeholders, including representatives of governmental institutions, non-governmental organizations, healthcare providers, insurers, and the pharmaceutical sector. The present study combined qualitative content analysis with quantitative analysis of coded data. Results: It was determined by stakeholders that men who have sex with men (MSM) represent the primary focus of current HIV prevention efforts. Concurrently, certain stakeholders emphasized the necessity to reinforce preventive measures for additional demographic groups, most notably migrants and heterosexual populations. Transgender individuals and prisoners were mentioned less frequently, indicating their limited visibility in stakeholder discussions. The primary challenges identified included funding constraints, a lack of reimbursement for PrEP, stigma, and inadequate coordination of prevention strategies. These findings are indicative of stakeholder perspectives and should be interpreted as exploratory. Discussion: The report identifies areas for further research and potential discussion, particularly regarding the balance of prevention efforts across different population groups and the need for improved coordination and access to prevention tools.

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HIV InfectionsStakeholder ParticipationAdultCzech RepublicFemaleHomosexuality, MaleHumansInterviews as TopicMalePre-Exposure ProphylaxisQualitative ResearchCzech RepublicHIV preventionPrEPstakeholderstesting

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