While a HIV vaccine is still something we hope for, there are several ways that HIV treatment and prevention has advanced saving people from this deadly disease
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Are we Close to a HIV Cure?
A cure for HIV has been an elusive one but current advancements in treating and preventing HIV show promise of finding a cure soon.
Continue readingHow HIV Virus Causes the Chronic Lung Disease Emphysema
Chronic lung disease is one of the most fatal side effect among HIV patients. Researchers have found out how HIV causes this lung disorder.
Continue readingYoung People Living with HIV Urge Government to Support End of AIDS by 2030
A group of young people who are part of the Youth Stop AIDS campaign has come out to encourage governments to join in and help end HIV/AIDS by 2030.
Continue readingAdvocates Fighting for Government to Change Law Criminalizing HIV Non-Disclosure
Advocacy groups in Canada are urging the government to overhaul the law criminalises HIV non-disclosure in order to fight discrimination and stigmatisation.
Continue readingRape Victims who Get PEP Treatment within 8 Hours Can Live HIV Free
Use of post-exposure prophylaxis (PEP) is not allowed in India despite the fact that the therapy is said to prevent victims from getting HIV by up to 100%.
Continue readingWhat Is the Difference Between PrEP and PEP? Everything you Need to Know
PEP and PrEP have been used to reduce HIV/AIDS infection. Many people think they are the same and interchangeable. The truth is that they are very different.
Continue readingHIV Drugs Could be Causing Brain Damage
Scientists have found mounting evidence of Alzheimer’s disease-causing enzymes in AntireAntiretroviral drugs (ARV) putting HIV patients at risk of brain damage.
Continue readingHIV and AIDS Still Largely Misunderstood: 7 Things People Still Don’t Understand
It’s 2017 but we still have a number of myths surrounding HIV/AIDS. Let’s burst a couple of them to better support those affected by the virus.
Continue readingAfraid of HIV Transmission? You Are Not Alone
Here’s a rundown of common fears about HIV exposure. The good news is that it’s almost impossible to be infected with HIV while just going about your day!
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