What describes highly active antiretroviral therapy?

Highly active antiretroviral therapy (HAART) is a treatment regimen for HIV/AIDS that combines multiple antiretroviral drugs to effectively suppress the virus and prevent the progression of the disease. It typically includes at least three different classes of medications to target the virus at various stages of its life cycle. HAART aims to reduce viral load to undetectable levels, improving the immune system's function and overall health of the patient. This approach has significantly transformed HIV treatment, allowing many individuals to live longer, healthier lives.