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Originally published by Capital Newstop
February 26, 2026
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HIV studies call for Africa-specific data to optimise treatment strategies

New HIV research from University of Nairobi reveals critical gaps in DTG treatment outcomes among children, adults, and older patients, highlighting urgent need for Africa-specific data...
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New HIV research presented at the Conference on Retroviruses and Opportunistic Infections (CROI 2026) highlights critical data gaps in Africa, emphasizing the need for locally generated evidence to optimize HIV treatment strategies.
- 41 per cent of children and adolescents in a Kenyan cohort failed to achieve viral suppression on dolutegravir (DTG)-based regimens despite adherence counseling.
- The University of Nairobi's Centre for Epidemiological Modelling and Analysis (CEMA) presented findings from the Ndovu and Sungura studies.
- Studies challenge a "one-size-fits-all" approach, suggesting current WHO guidelines might lead to unnecessary treatment switches in settings with limited drug resistance testing.
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