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Drivers of Vertical HIV Transmission in Sub-Saharan Africa and the Impact and Cost-Effectiveness of Targeted and Universal Lenacapavir Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis

10 July 2026

This article from Journal of the International AIDS Society evaluates drivers of vertical transmission in Sub Saharan Africa and assesses the impact and cost-effectiveness of lenacapavir for PrEP amongst pregnant and lactating people without HIV.

Topic(s): Financing & Costing

Product(s): Injectable Prep, Lenacapavir

Population(s): Cisgender Women, Pregnant and Lactating Populations

Region(s): Sub-Saharan Africa

Format(s): Journal Article

Source(s): JIAS

Type: External Link

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