Description

People living with HIV have a two-fold increased risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD) compared to people without HIV. People living with HIV may also have greater exposure to NCD risk factors. Integrated, person-centred NCD and HIV health services are the solution to addressing this double disease burden. Integrated care provides streamlined healthcare delivery by simultaneously addressing risk factors, management of all conditions, and continuity of care. It can also optimise resources in the healthcare system.

Our Voices initiative of the NCD Alliance supports the promotion of the meaningful involvement of people living with NCDs in the NCD response, and this publication contributes to further efforts in doing so. This collection of stories by people living with HIV and one or more NCD highlights diverse, first-hand expertise of the barriers in managing conditions and accessing care, as well as resilience in the face of such challenges. Ten stories, which cover multiple countries and conditions, were selected through a submission and interview process. Download the publication to read more.