Kenya on track in war on HIV despite setbacks

According to the World Aids Day Report 2013-2021, mother-to-child transmissions have decreased from 13.9 per cent in 2013 to 9.7 per cent in 2021. [iStockphoto]

That Covid-19 left an indelible mark on our collective psyche is unquestionable. The pandemic swept across the globe leading to closure of workplaces and entertainment spots and causing millions of deaths.

The mental strain caused by job losses, restricted mobility and general health concerns were exacerbated. Its impact on healthcare systems was immediate and severe. Hospital beds were full, and in some cases, all but the most urgent health issues were encouraged to wait it out. People living with HIV/AIDS were among the most affected because the virus does not have the same immediacy as Covid-19, requiring their care to become secondary for some time.