Study Reveals High Rate of Post-Migration HIV Cases in Switzerland
More than 50% of new HIV diagnoses among migrants in Switzerland occur years after relocation, according to findings presented at the 2025 European AIDS Clinical Society (EACS) Congress.
A 15-year study analyzed data from the Swiss HIV Cohort Study (SHCS), tracking 3,490 participants, including 1,777 Swiss nationals and 1,713 migrants.
- The study found a steady increase in the proportion of migrants joining the cohort, with a median of 52% and an odds ratio of 1.07 per year (p<0.001).
The study highlights shifting infection trends and the urgent need for more targeted HIV prevention and early testing strategies for migrant populations.
Author's summary: Over 50% of migrant HIV cases occur post-migration in Switzerland.
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