Treatment as Prevention (TasP)

Treatment as Prevention (TasP) is a public health strategy aimed at reducing the transmission of HIV. It involves using antiretroviral therapy (ART) to treat individuals living with HIV. When taken consistently, ART lowers the viral load in their bodies to undetectable levels. This significantly reduces the risk of passing the virus to sexual partners, effectively preventing new infections. TasP emphasizes the importance of ongoing medical care and adherence to treatment, highlighting that a well-managed HIV-positive individual can lead a healthy life without spreading the virus.