Combined HIV antiretroviral post-exposure prophylaxis treatment is effective for exposed infants. However, close observation is needed to ensure all is well.
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HIV Prevention and Care Technological Challenges Affecting Health Services
Technologies are very effective in HIV prevention and care. Challenges faced when using these technologies should be addressed adequately for more efficiency.
Continue readingHIV – Symptoms, Testing & Treatment
Known as HIV, it is a virus that affects the immune system and attacks the white blood cells in the body making the person’s immune system weak. Find out more.
Continue readingPsychosocial and High-Risk Sexual Behavior among Detained Juveniles
There is a direct relationship between the psychosocial and high risk sexual behavior and infection of STI’s leading to contracting HIV and AIDs.
Continue readingFirst Case of HIV Infection for a PrEP User Makes Others Nervous
News: First Case of HIV Infection for a PrEP User Makes Others Nervous
Continue readingAdvantages of Combined Behavioral and Biomedical Interventions in HIV Prevention
Persons living with HIV and AIDS should take control of their life by taking the prescribed treatment as required and staying informed of their status.
Continue readingNews: CDC Renews Commitment to Helping Women At Risk from HIV/AIDS
The United States CDC is pursuing several different prevention avenues to address the onset of HIV/AIDS in the female population. Some of these endeavours could be equally effective when employed here in Singapore.
Continue readingFactors Affecting Antiretroviral Therapy Initiation among Chinese Men Having Sex with Men
Few HIV+ Chinese men having sex with men (MSM) take up ART. These rates are affected by age, clinical symptoms and marital status.
Continue readingStudy: New HIV Integrase Inhibitors RAL, EVG and DTG
New Integrase Inhibitors RAL, EVG and DTG improving the efficacy of ARVs in controlling HIV replication by providing personalized therapy.
Continue readingSide Effects and Tolerability of Post-Exposure Prophylaxis Triple Drug Regime
Side effects evident among HCP receiving PEP triple-drug regimen are: fatigue, gastroenterological symptoms, liver dysfunction and drug rash
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