Meth is a key driver in Fiji's fast-growing HIV epidemic: 1 in 60 adults are affected

Fiji's government recently declared a national emergency due to a sharp increase in HIV infections, with 1 in 60 adults now affected. This alarming rise is closely linked to the country's burgeoning crystal meth problem. The surge in meth use has led to higher rates of risky sexual behaviors and needle sharing, both of which significantly contribute to the spread of HIV. This health crisis underscores the urgent need for comprehensive public health strategies to address both the drug and HIV epidemics simultaneously.