Women's share of population ages 15+ living with HIV (%)

This indicator reflects the proportion of women among the total population aged 15 and older who are living with HIV, highlighting gender disparities in the prevalence of the virus. A higher percentage may indicate systemic issues such as limited access to healthcare, economic vulnerability, and social stigmas that disproportionately affect women. Understanding this metric is crucial for developing targeted public health strategies and interventions aimed at reducing infection rates and supporting affected populations. Moreover, it sheds light on the broader social determinants of health, emphasizing the need for gender-sensitive approaches in HIV prevention, treatment, and care initiatives to enhance overall outcomes for women and the communities they inhabit. Source: