Performance Based Treatment Systems – Florida Department of Health in Lee County (.gov)

Report on HIV Transmission and Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

Overview of HIV Transmission

HIV is primarily transmitted through sexual contact or the sharing of needles and other drug injection equipment. Transmission occurs when bodily fluids come into contact with mucous membranes, damaged tissue, or are directly injected into the bloodstream via needles or syringes.

Factors Influencing HIV Transmission

• Viral load of the infected individual
• Presence of other sexually transmitted infections (STIs)
• Use of alcohol or drugs

Emphasis on Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

1. SDG 3: Good Health and Well-being
   • Promoting awareness and education on HIV transmission to reduce new infections.
   • Improving access to testing, treatment, and prevention services.
   • Addressing co-infections and substance abuse to lower transmission risks.
2. SDG 4: Quality Education
   • Integrating comprehensive sexual health education to inform individuals about safe practices.
3. SDG 6: Clean Water and Sanitation
   • Ensuring safe and sterile equipment for drug users to prevent HIV spread.
4. SDG 10: Reduced Inequalities
   • Providing equitable access to healthcare services for vulnerable populations.

1. Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) Addressed or Connected

1. SDG 3: Good Health and Well-being – The article discusses HIV transmission, which is directly related to health and well-being.
2. SDG 6: Clean Water and Sanitation – Implied through the mention of sharing needles or drug injection equipment, which relates to sanitation and prevention of infections.
3. SDG 10: Reduced Inequalities – The article indirectly touches on vulnerable populations affected by HIV, which relates to reducing inequalities in health access and outcomes.

2. Specific Targets Under Those SDGs

1. SDG 3 Targets:
   • 3.3: By 2030, end the epidemics of AIDS, tuberculosis, malaria and neglected tropical diseases and combat hepatitis, water-borne diseases and other communicable diseases.
   • 3.5: Strengthen the prevention and treatment of substance abuse, including narcotic drug abuse and harmful use of alcohol.
2. SDG 6 Targets:
   • 6.2: By 2030, achieve access to adequate and equitable sanitation and hygiene for all and end open defecation, paying special attention to the needs of vulnerable populations.
3. SDG 10 Targets:
   • 10.2: By 2030, empower and promote the social, economic and political inclusion of all, irrespective of age, sex, disability, race, ethnicity, origin, religion or economic or other status.

3. Indicators Mentioned or Implied to Measure Progress

1. Indicator for Target 3.3:
   • HIV incidence rate per 1,000 uninfected population, by age and sex.
2. Indicator for Target 3.5:
   • Coverage of treatment interventions (pharmacological, psychosocial and rehabilitation and aftercare services) for substance use disorders.
3. Indicator for Target 6.2:
   • Proportion of population using safely managed sanitation services, including a hand-washing facility with soap and water.
4. Indicator for Target 10.2:
   • Proportion of people living with HIV who have access to health services, by socio-economic status.

4. Table: SDGs, Targets and Indicators

Source: floridahealth.gov