HIV infection among the population of the Kherson region as a risk factor for personnel of military units stationed in the region

The article provides information on the incidence of HIV infection among the population of the Kherson region. In 2020–2021, the sanitary and epidemiological situation in this region regarding this infection was characterized as unstable with an upward trend. The state of the system of providing medical care to HIV-infected people is analyzed. A forecast of the incidence of HIV infection in the Kherson region is presented. Currently, proper measures have been organized and implemented to ensure sanitary and epidemiological well-being of HIV infection and the provision of medical care to the population of the region. The need for HIV testing of all patients admitted to inpatient treatment is emphasized to eliminate the risk of nosocomial HIV infection in medical organizations for both patients and staff. The data presented must be taken into account when planning activities to prevent HIV infection among personnel of military units stationed in a given region.