Practicalities and challenges in re-orienting the health system in Zambia for treating chronic conditions

Table 2 Treatment coverage rates for Zambia

Year	Total number on ART	Total number eligible for ART*	Total ART coverage**
2003	1100	220000	1%
2004	20000	230000	9%
2005	50000	230000	21%
2006	80000	250000	33%
2007	150000	270000	55%
2008	220000	290000	76%
2009	280000	350000	81%
2010	340000	480000	72%
2011	420000	510000	82%
2012	450000	520000	86%

*Data relating to the total number eligible for ART prior to 2010 were based on eligibility criteria for a CD4 count of less than 200. Meanwhile, the data presented from 2010 onwards were based on eligibility criteria for a CD4 count of less than 350. **The percentages refer to the share of all eligible for ART who were receiving it.
Source: WHO/UNAIDS rounded off estimates 2003–2012.

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