Introduction Linkage to care (LtC) is the successful completion of a visit with a human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) medical provider within 1 month (30 days) of HIV diagnosis.1 Timely LtC after HIV diagnosis is critical to achieve optimal treatment outcomes and prevent ongoing transmission.2–5 Conversely, delayed LtC has been associated with delayed initiation of antiretroviral therapy (ART), which may lead to delayed viral suppression.6,7 Approximately 80% of people living with HIV (PWH) in...
