Problem:

In the context of the COVID epidemic, the allocation of people living with HIV into a separate group is of high social importance. It is related to the fact that in order to keep their health, such patients need to take specialized treatment, access to which may be limited due to the state restrictions. It is vital for an HIV patient to maintain a high level of treatment adherence by taking medications regularly and to undergo the necessary medical check-ups. In the case of retirement age or disability, these difficulties only increase for a patient with HIV infection.

Solution:

To solve the problem, the consultants of the IPOP “Positive Region” began to provide a consulting service remotely, by phone or using online messengers and video. Also, due to the introduced measures to restrict movement during the pandemic, the demand of ART home delivery has increased as well.

Result:

In spite of the increased workload, risks, as well as realizing the complexity of the situation the employees of the “Positive Region” organization continue to provide the necessary assistance (including the purchase of personal protective equipment at their own expense). But alas, the existing resources of the organization are not enough to reach everyone in need.