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A Practical Approach to HIV/AIDS: Part 1

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5 As of 2023, approximately 38 million people worldwide are living with HIV, with sub-Saharan Africa bearing the highest burden, accounting for nearly 67% of all cases. As of 2023, these targets have grown closer, with 86% of PLHIV knowing their status, 77% accessing treatment, and 72% virally suppressed globally. 13 Globally, 39.9

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ED care of refugee populations from sub-Saharan Africa

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A whole blood transfusion is initiated for the management of her anemia. 1 By the end of 2023, 117.3 4,5 Of particular concern is the Sudanese conflict, which began in April 2023, and which has caused the largest internal displacement of a population in documented history. Accessed June 11, 2023.