October 14, 2026
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During the 13th AFRAVIH conference, a significant event focused on the global fight against HIV, held in Lausanne, Switzerland, discussions centered on the profound impact of this infectious disease on the mental well-being of individuals living with HIV. 

A 2022 study by Philip Kreniske, a psychiatrist at the New York State Psychiatric Institute, revealed that individuals living with HIV face a 74% higher risk of having attempted suicide.

Featuring :

  • Christine Kafando, a prominent Burkinabé activist dedicated to HIV advocacy, who made history as the first woman in Burkina Faso to openly declare her HIV-positive status. At the conference, she will share insights on mental health care strategies for adolescents living with HIV, drawing from the impactful work of her association in Burkina Faso. 

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