Vietnam works to curb mother-to-child HIV transmission

Beginning in 2004, the progamme aimed to reduce the rate of mother-to-child HIV transmission to below five percent by 2015 by ensuring access to a number of preventative services launched at medical facilities across the nation. 

This month, a communication campaign is set to feature daily radio broadcasts on the benefit of using antiretroviral drugs (ARV) in early pregnancy for women who have contracted HIV, as well as information on ARV distribution locations. 

Free consultation and check-ups will be organised at HIV hotbeds and in disadvantaged areas. 

In 2014, 57.1% of HIV-infected pregnant women received ARV therapy, and 64.7% of expectant mothers received HIV tests.