Abstract
Objective: To analyze the prevalence of AIDS cases and deaths in the elderly from 2009 to 2019 in Brazil. Methods: This is a descriptive quantitative research with analysis of secondary data regarding the number of AIDS cases and AIDS deaths in individuals aged 60 years and over, according to gender. For this purpose, information from the Information System and Notifiable Diseases (SINAN), Mortality Information System (SIM), Laboratory Testing Control System (SISCEL) and Drug Logistics Control System (SICLOM) in TABNET and HIV/AIDS Epidemiological Bulletin 2020. Results: 15,672 cases of AIDS were reported among the elderly in the period 2009 - 2019 with a peak in 2017, with 9,588 males and 6,084 females. There were 8,650 deaths among men and 4,257 among women, a difference of approximately 50.8%, totaling 12,907 deaths. Conclusion: It was concluded that the elderly are being more affected by AIDS over the years, thus, it is essential to develop government policies aimed at educating these individuals and training health professionals about the prevention and approach of this age group.