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More HIV Cases Reported, Not New Infections | Bahamas News
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HIV and STD cases are surging in The Bahamas — but here’s the twist: it’s not about new infections, it’s about more people getting tested and treated through the National Health Insurance program. NHI reports a 44% jump in HIV/AIDs cases last year, alongside a 9.6% rise in overall STDs and a 23% spike in syphilis. Women make up 58% of reported cases — likely because they’re more likely to use NHI services. The biggest age group affected? 25–44-year-olds. Officials say this reflects reduced stigma and greater comfort seeking care. Meanwhile, national HIV data shows 142 new diagnoses in 2025 — but most people living with HIV know their status, are on treatment, and have undetectable viral loads. So while numbers look alarming, they’re actually proof the system is working — and saving lives.
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