HIV Prevention in Correctional Settings

HIV prevention in correctional settings involves strategies to reduce the risk of HIV transmission among incarcerated individuals and staff. This includes routine HIV testing, providing education about safe behaviors, ensuring access to condoms and clean needles where permissible, and offering treatment for those with HIV. Additionally, counseling, staff training, and continuous health services help manage and prevent the spread of HIV within facilities. These measures protect both the prison population and the broader community by controlling infection rates and supporting ongoing health care.