The city-cum-state of Singapore is to implement an opt-out screening for HIV in its public hospitals. So far so good. Early detection means a better follow up, an early initiation of treatment, an opportunity to reduce further transmission, and an extended life expectancy.

“Cracked”
Tan Ngiap Heng

Many studies have found that VCT (Voluntary Counselling and Testing) is an effective strategy for facilitating the behaviour-changes necessary to an effective HIV prevention and for providing early access to care and support. But VCT is not very useful without access to treatment. This may explain …