Research indicates that in most facilities the identification of HIV infection among women in prevention of vertical transmission programs is used as an entry point to recommend HIV testing and counselling to other family members. However, all respondents noted that the number of sexual partners who make use of these services is still extremely low. The MoH has begun promoting a new program in certain jurisdictions with the goals of providing more accurate and comprehensive care for pregnant women, their children and couples; securing early diagnosis and treatment to prevent vertical transmission of syphilis; and stimulating greater uptake of HIV testing
