Malaysia sees 54% drop in new HIV infections over two decades

By RAHIMY RAHIM and KHOO GEK SAN

KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia recorded a 54% decrease in new HIV infections from 2002 to 2024, according to Datuk Seri Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad.

The Health Minister stated in a written parliamentary reply that in 2024, a total of 3,185 new HIV cases were reported, showing a slight decrease compared to 3,222 cases in 2023.

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