
In the field of AIDS prevention and treatment, tailored immunization strategies for HIV-positive individuals are becoming crucial for improving patients' quality of life and prolonging their lifespan. At the 25th International AIDS Conference (AIDS 2024), Dr. Anna Maria Geretti from the Institute of Infection and Global Health, University of Liverpool presented an insightful report on this topic and subsequently engaged in an extensive interview with " Infectious Disease Frontier"(IIDF). She emphasized the importance of ensuring that HIV-positive individuals receive appropriate vaccination recommendations and pointed out the deficiencies in comprehensiveness and personalization in current guidelines. Dr. Geretti elaborated on the key factors to consider when formulating personalized vaccination strategies, such as immune status, viral load, and CD4+ T-cell count, which directly influence vaccine selection and effectiveness. Furthermore, she shared the latest research findings and vaccination recommendations for vaccines against hepatitis B, shingles, pneumococcal disease, and human papillomavirus (HPV), providing a more scientific and comprehensive protection plan for HIV-positive individuals.