WHO policy brief: Introducing a framework for implementing triple elimination of MTCT of HIV, syphilis and HBV

Triple elimination of mother-to-child transmission (MTCT) of HIV, syphilis and hepatitis B virus (HBV) requires a person-centred service delivery approach that meets the needs of and supports the rights of women, newborns, children and families and requires building cross-programmatic efficiencies that leverage and strengthen existing platforms for HIV, syphilis and HBV prevention, testing, treatment and care.

With the recent release of guidance for validation of triple elimination and the 2023 guidance on country validation of viral hepatitis elimination and the path to elimination, WHO and partners have developed an accompanying 4 pillars framework for triple elimination implementation. The new framework will guide efforts to expand the focus of service delivery from elimination of MTCT of HIV to triple elimination of HIV, syphilis and HBV.

The 4 pillars are:

1. primary prevention of infection and vertical transmission;
2. SRH linkages and integration;
3. essential maternal EMTCT services; and
4. infant, child and partner services.

Download the policy brief here.

Triple Elimination Initiative

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