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Information Session and Debate: Immunization of People with HIV

The Treatment Activists Group (TAG) invites all interested people to participate in an information and debate session focused on the immunization of people living with HIV, an opportunity for the community, health professionals and health entities to master and debate the immunization options and vaccines available for people living with HIV.

Following the “Advancing Immunization for People living with HIV” Symposium, where the gaps and needs in immunization for people living with HIV were intensely debated, experts are brought together for a new discussion session, involving the community, to continue advocacy to ensure equitable access to immunization, essential for the health and well-being of people living with HIV.

EVENT DETAILS

  • Date: November 16, 2024
  • Time: 10h00
  • Venue: Hotel Travel Park Lisboa, Lisbon
  • Registration: Free entry, with registration required by November 11 to raquel.pisco@gatportugal.org

PROGRAMME

The session features presentations and debates on specific vaccines and immunization strategies, addressing crucial issues identified at the symposium held earlier.

  • 10h00 - Presentation on Vaccines with Luís Mendão, focusing on essential vaccines for people living with HIV and national and international recommendations.
  • 10h30 - Coffee break and networking
  • 10h45 - Panel Discussion: moderated by Ricardo Fernandes, including interventions by representatives of the Directorate-General for Health (DGS), and discussions on vaccines such as HPV and VHZ with specialists such as Teresa Alberto and Luísa Graça. Members of the community will also take part, sharing their experiences and concerns.
  • 12h15 - Open discussion with the public
  • 13h00 - Lunch
  • 14h00 - GAT Annual General Meeting (members only) where future advocacy strategies and actions for 2025 will be discussed.

BECOME A MEMBER

GAT believes that all people should have equal access to healthcare. Your voice and support are crucial if we are to continue to bring about change. Join us, become a member and help us build a fairer future for people living with HIV.

Join GAT at gatportugal.org/apoiar and be an activist.

 

PROGRESS AND CHALLENGES: REFLECTIONS FROM THE SYMPOSIUM “ADVANCING IMMUNIZATION FOR PEOPLE LIVING WITH HIV”

The previous symposium highlighted the need for specific actions, including:

  • The creation of a specific vaccination schedule for people living with HIV.
  • The implementation of vaccination points in hospitals where these people already receive care, facilitating access to vaccines.
  • Exempting the cost of essential vaccines and strengthening co-payment policies.
  • Training and technical updating of health professionals to better advise people living with HIV on the appropriate vaccines.

This session aims not only to debate, but also to propose concrete actions to help overcome the obstacles identified. The inclusion of the community and responsible bodies is essential to ensure that the recommendations are translated into effective and accessible policies.