HIV prevention encompasses a range of strategies aimed at reducing the transmission of the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV), the virus responsible for acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS). Education plays a pivotal role in prevention, as individuals need to be informed about how HIV is transmitted and how to protect themselves. Safe sex practices, including the consistent and correct use of condoms, are crucial in preventing sexual transmission. Regular testing for HIV and knowledge of one's partner's status are essential components of a comprehensive prevention strategy.
Needle exchange programs and access to clean injecting equipment are vital for preventing the spread of HIV among people who use drugs. Pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) is another powerful tool in HIV prevention, involving the use of antiretroviral medications by individuals at high risk of contracting the virus. Promoting awareness and dispelling myths and stigma surrounding HIV/AIDS are also essential to encourage individuals to seek testing, treatment, and support. Early detection and timely initiation of antiretroviral therapy (ART) not only benefit the individual's health but also reduce the risk of transmitting the virus to others.
Speaker lineup for this track will be announced soon.
Browse all speakers →Background: Lesotho has the highest HIV prevalence of 25 % while maternal mortality is indicated to be 554 per 100 000 live births. Ministry of Health provides comprehensive primary health care…
This presentation focuses on a comprehensive mapping of HIV-positive status awareness among key and vulnerable populations in Sub-Saharan Africa, an essential component in curbing the spread of HIV…
Background: Despite advances in biomedical HIV prevention modalities such as pre-exposure prophylaxis to prevent the transmission of HIV, racial/ethnic and sexual/gender minority populations are…
Background: Globally, Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP) is an HIV prevention strategy for high-risk populations including fishing communities. However, some communities have not embraced PrEP. We…
Sessions are CPD-accredited; certificates issued to every registered delegate within two weeks of the conference.
Oral and poster slots for original HIV Prevention work, reviewed by the scientific committee.
Meet public health researchers, educators, and policy leaders from around the world across three days.
Accepted abstracts appear in the indexed conference proceedings with a citable DOI.
Plenary lectures from leading voices shaping HIV Prevention research and practice.
Attend in person in Singapore or join virtually — same programme, same certificate.
Oral and poster slots for your work — in person in Singapore or online. Not presenting? Attend as a delegate to learn from the field.
The HIV Prevention track is a dedicated stream within IPHC 2027 covering the latest research, innovation, and best practice in HIV Prevention. It brings together researchers, educators, and practitioners for oral presentations, posters, and discussion.
Public health researchers, practitioners, epidemiologists, educators, doctoral students, and policy leaders with an interest in HIV Prevention are all welcome — whether presenting or attending.
Yes. Submit an abstract for oral or poster presentation. All submissions are peer-reviewed by the scientific committee; accepted abstracts appear in the indexed proceedings.
Yes. IPHC 2027 is a hybrid conference — attend the HIV Prevention track in person in Singapore or join live online, with on-demand access afterward.
Singapore · March 15–17, 2027· Hybrid · in-person & virtual
Attend without presenting.
