Social engagement in HIV cure (research) in the Netherlands: understanding the perceived necessity and concerns of people with HIV

Objective: As the developments towards HIV cure are gaining prominence, engagement of people with HIV (PWH) becomes crucial. This study aims to gain deeper insight into how PWH engage with HIV cure (research) by exploring their perspectives regarding awareness, importance, and meaning of HIV cure (research). Methods: Semi-structured interviews were conducted with 30 purposively sampled PWH in the Netherlands. Interviews were transcribed verbatim and thematic data analysis was undertaken. Results: The overall necessity for an HIV cure was high, but personal perceived necessity varied based on p... Mehr ...