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Saskatchewan Continues to Make Progress on HIV

Released on December 1, 2014

Saskatchewan’s efforts to address HIV are making a difference, as the number of new cases continues to drop. Saskatchewan’s 2013 HIV/AIDS statistical report was released in conjunction with World AIDS Day, December 1.

“World AIDS Day gives us an opportunity to reinforce our government’s commitment to reduce HIV rates in our province and support people living with HIV,” Health Minister Dustin Duncan said.  “There is now increased access to HIV testing, treatment and care.  We willl continue to focus on patient-centred care and build on the work we’ve already done to ensure progress continues.”

The 2013 statistical report shows the number of new HIV cases decreased 35 per cent since the peak in 2009.  There were 129 new cases in 2013, compared to 199 in 2009.  The number of new cases has been declining since 2009, even though testing has increased.

The $10 million Provincial HIV Strategy has achieved significant results in a number of areas:
  • There were 30 per cent more HIV tests performed in 2013 than in 2009.
  • There is enhanced access to HIV testing, treatment and support.  This includes areas of the province where these services were not previously available.
  • There have been no cases of mother-to-child HIV transmission in the province since 2010.
  • An increased number of HIV patients are engaged in treatment and are experiencing successful outcomes in Regina Qu’Appelle, Saskatoon and Prince Albert Parkland and some rural/remote communities.
  • In Regina, there was a 43 per cent decrease in hospital use by HIV-positive patients.
There has been continued focus on awareness and education at various levels at the health care system and the public.  Also, access to prevention programs and social supports has been expanded. 

“It’s very important to know your HIV status,” Saskatchewan’s Deputy Chief Medical Health Officer, Dr. Denise Werker said.  “When people are diagnosed early, they can receive proper care, support and treatment sooner.  That also helps reduce the risk of transmitting HIV to others.”

The province has funded more than 30 front line positions in health regions in the past few years to enhance services along the continuum for HIV care.

The 2013 HIV/AIDS annual statistical report is posted on the Ministry of Health website at www.health.gov.sk.ca/hiv-aids-reports.  Information on HIV/AIDS and provincial initiatives is available on the ministry’s website and the HIV Provincial Leadership Team website at www.skhiv.ca.

The province has proclaimed World AIDS Day (December 1), AIDS Awareness Week (November 24 - December 1), and Aboriginal AIDS Awareness Week (December 1-6). 

A series of events and activities to raise awareness and support people affected by HIV/AIDS are being organized by health regions and community-based organizations during this period.

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For more information, contact:

Tyler McMurchy
Health 
Regina 
Phone: 306-787-4083
Email: tmcmurchy@health.gov.sk.ca

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