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PozQoL’s international reach has continued to grow, highlighting its flexibility across diverse geographic and cultural contexts
At the time of this update, PozQoL was available in in over 30 languages, greatly increasing its accessibility. PozQoL’s international reach has continued to grow, with translations, adaptations, validation studies, and reported use across a range of geographic and cultural contexts.
Translations, adaptations, and validation
As PozQoL has gained recognition globally, several organisations undertook their own translations of the scale in order to use it in their local communities. These translations include Greek, Norwegian, Polish, Swedish, Turkish, Ukrainian, and Vietnamese. Translations were initiated by a range of groups, including a peer-led organisation for people living with HIV, researchers working with PLHIV in hospitals, and a global healthcare consultancy focused on real-world evidence in clinical practice.
We are excited that the Turkish translation of PozQoL has been validated and shown to be an effective and reliable tool for assessing the health-related quality of life of people living with HIV in Turkey.
These efforts underscore PozQoL’s flexibility and relevance across different cultural and linguistic settings, proving its adaptability and value in various healthcare environments. As interest in PozQoL continues to grow, the scale is set to further expand its role in improving the quality of life for people living with HIV worldwide.
Real-world impact: A snapshot of global use
PozQoL is available in over 30 languages and has been used across multiple regions, including:
- Asia (India, South Korea, Vietnam)
- Europe (Romania, Spain, Sweden, Turkey)
- Oceania (Australia, New Zealand)
- North America (Canada, USA)
Green highlights countries where we know PozQoL has been used in research, clinical practice, community services, or published studies. Yellow indicates broader language coverage based on currently available PozQoL translations. (Created with mapchart.net)
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This story was originally published on 11 September 2020 with the title ‘Countries using PozQoL’. It is regularly updated to reflect new developments.
