Under the National AIDS Control Programme Phase V (NACP V), which of the following best describes the 95-95-95 target adopted by India?
- A 95% reduction in new HIV infections, 95% reduction in AIDS deaths, 95% universal ART coverage by 2030
- B 95% of HIV-positive people diagnosed, 95% of diagnosed on ART, 95% of those on ART with viral suppression — by 2025 ✓
- C 95% condom use in high-risk groups, 95% ICTC coverage, 95% PPTCT coverage
- D 95% knowledge of HIV status, 95% on treatment, 95% retention in care — by 2030
Correct answer: B. 95% of HIV-positive people diagnosed, 95% of diagnosed on ART, 95% of those on ART with viral suppression — by 2025
Explanation
The UNAIDS 95-95-95 targets, adopted by NACP V, aim: (1) 95% of all people living with HIV know their HIV status; (2) 95% of all people with diagnosed HIV infection receive sustained antiretroviral therapy; (3) 95% of all people receiving ART achieve viral suppression — all by 2025. This supersedes the earlier 90-90-90 targets (2020). Achieving these cascades is estimated to end AIDS as a public health threat by 2030.
Reference: Park's Textbook of Preventive and Social Medicine, 27th ed.
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