The UK NSC recommendation on Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) screening in pregnancy
Find general information about population health screening. Why is screening recommended by UK NSC?Screening for HIV should be offered to all pregnant women to reduce the rate of mother to child transmission. More about Human immunodeficiency virusHuman immunodeficiency virus (HIV) is a virus which attacks and weakens the immune system. There is no cure but treatment is available. People with HIV are susceptible to a number of different infections and may develop other complications. » Read more about HIV on NHS UK Screening in the UKCompare how screening is offered across the UK. Stakeholders • British Association for Sexual Health and HIV The stakeholder groups will be involved when the recommendation is next reviewed. If you think your organisation should be added, please contact us. More information for stakeholders can be found in appendix C of the UK NSC evidence review process. More optionsGo to top | ||||||||||
