Scientists have found an anti-cancer drug that could be the answer to curing HIV for good. This could mean that patients don’t have to take HIV dtugs for life.
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Over 120,000 People in the US Using PrEP Since 2012
Over 136,000 people are on HIV PrEP a drug used to prevent HIV infection. However, populations at the highest risk of infection have lower access to the drug.
Continue reading40% Drop in HIV Cases at London Clinic Could Hold the Answer to HIV Prevention
A clinic in London is on its way to wipping out new HIV infections after witnessing a 40% drop in new rates following rigorous testing and use of HIV PrEP.
Continue readingHIV Positive LGBT Community to Be Treated Equally Minister Vows
Jamaica’s minister of health has vowed to fight stigma among the LGBT community and ensure everyone gets equal treatment in all public health facilities.
Continue readingDifferent Types of HIV Testing
The human immunodeficiency virus is one of the scariest things that you can possibly deal with. It used to be a death sentence, but new medications and treatments have made it so that people with HIV can live full and happy lives. The key, is finding out whether or not you’re infected. It’s extremely important… Continue reading
Adolescents Getting Infected with HIV at a Higher Rate Than Anyone Else In Africa
Adolescents are the leading group with the highest rates of new HIV infection in Tanzania. Experts blame lack of adquate knowledge about HIV & sexual violence.
Continue readingTrump’s HIV Foreign Aid Cuts Could Lead to 1.8 Million Deaths in Africa
US President Trump proposed to cut HIV funding to Africa, a move projected to cause over 1.8 million deaths in the next 10 years due to lack of HIV treatment.
Continue readingReasons Why You Should Go for Prenatal STD Testing
Getting tested fot STDs during pregnancy is important not only for you but also for your unborn child. Get tested to prevent infecting your child too.
Continue readingScotland First in UK to Approve PrEP
Scotland has become the first place in the UK to make pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) available on the NHS. This is hoped to greatly reduce HIV infection rates
Continue readingHIV Testing Rates Go Up in British Columbia
HIV testing rates in British Columbia have doubled since 2011 promoting the fight against the virus. But, there is very low access to health care services.
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