Study Reveals High Rate of Post-Migration HIV Cases in Switzerland
More than 50% of new HIV diagnoses among migrants in Switzerland occur after they have relocated, according to a study presented at the 2025 European AIDS Clinical Society (EACS) Congress.
The study analyzed data from the Swiss HIV Cohort Study (SHCS) over 15 years, highlighting the need for targeted HIV prevention and early testing strategies for migrant populations.
- The study tracked 3,490 participants, including 1,777 Swiss nationals and 1,713 migrants, between 2010 and 2024.
- The proportion of migrants joining the cohort increased steadily, with a median of 52% and an odds ratio of 1.07 per year (p<0.001).
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Author's summary: Over 50% of migrant HIV cases in Switzerland occur post-migration.