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Manitoba's HIV Cases Surge: Nearly Doubles in 2025

9/14/2025

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Manitoba health authorities report a significant rise in HIV cases, with 75 diagnoses in the Prairie Mountain Health region during the first half of 2025, nearly doubling 2024's total and sharply increasing from 19 cases in 2023.
Dr. Carol Kurbis notes a concerning trend of steady increases since 2019.
Socio-economic factors, such as housing instability and substance use, contribute to rising rates, according to Dr. Yoav Keynan.
The province aims to address root causes like homelessness and mental health to combat HIV spread.
Initiatives include a dedicated HIV response team and free treatment access for eligible patients.

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Manitoba health authorities report a significant rise in HIV cases, with 75 diagnoses in the Prairie Mountain Health region during the first half of 2025, nearly doubling 2024's total and sharply increasing from 19 cases in 2023.
Dr. Carol Kurbis notes a concerning trend of steady increases since 2019.
Socio-economic factors, such as housing instability and substance use, contribute to rising rates, according to Dr. Yoav Keynan.
The province aims to address root causes like homelessness and mental health to combat HIV spread.
Initiatives include a dedicated HIV response team and free treatment access for eligible patients.