Interventions to prevent mother-to-child transmission (MTCT) of HIV have
become increasingly efficacious over time. Furthermore, regimens and treatment
protocols have become increasingly simplified to facilitate coverage at all levels of care
and reduce time-to-initiation of prophylaxis regimens. Yet, a substantial number of
HIV-infected pregnant women are still not being reached by PMTCT services globally.
Although a challenging prospect, we have the tools to end the transmission of HIV
from mothers to babies – now is the time for communities to redouble efforts to more
effectively implement PMTCT strategies to reach this critical goal.
Keywords: Antiretroviral, Breastfeeding, Guidelines, HIV, Infant, Option B+,
Perinatal, Maternal, Prevention of Mother-to-Child Transmission (PMTCT),
Prophylaxis.
