HIV has spread to the extent of a general epidemic in 30 regions of Russia, writes Nezavisimaya Gazeta, citing data from Rospotrabendzor. The virus is being detected more and more not only in high-risk groups, but also among the population as a whole. Among Russian men aged 40-50, more than 3% are already living with HIV. The publication also reports an increase in cases of transmission of infection in medical institutions.

HIV has spread to the extent of a general epidemic in 30 regions of Russia, writes Nezavisimaya Gazeta, citing data from Rospotrabendzor. The virus is being detected more and more not only in high-risk groups, but also among the population as a whole. Among Russian men aged 40-50, more than 3% are already living with HIV. The publication also reports an increase in cases of transmission of infection in medical institutions.