HIV/AIDS is a complex disease that affects millions of people worldwide. Despite significant advancements in treatment and prevention, there are still many myths and misconceptions surrounding the disease. These myths can lead to fear, discrimination, and a lack of understanding, making it challenging for people living with HIV/AIDS to receive the support and care they
Category Archives: HIV / AIDS
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Celebrate Pride Month by prioritizing HIV testing and prevention in LGBTQ+ communities. By raising awareness and promoting regular testing, we can empower individuals to take control of their sexual health. Engage in outreach programs, educational campaigns, and community events that foster inclusivity and provide resources for HIV prevention. Advocate for accessible and stigma-free testing options,
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HIV, or Human Immunodeficiency Virus, is a viral infection that weakens the immune system, making individuals more susceptible to other infections, including sexually transmitted diseases (STDs). There is a strong interconnection between HIV and other STDs due to shared risk factors and transmission routes. Engaging in unprotected sexual activity, such as unprotected vaginal, anal, or oral sex,
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If an HIV infection has been confirmed, tests are routinely performed to determine the status of a person’s immune system and the level of viral activity in the body. These are expressed in what is known as your CD4 and Viral Load. These values give them and their healthcare team important information about: the health
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You can only get HIV by coming into direct contact with certain body fluids from a person with HIV who has a detectable viral load. These fluids are: Blood Semen (cum) and pre-seminal fluid Rectal fluids Vaginal fluids Breast milk For transmission to occur, the HIV in these fluids must get into the bloodstream of
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HIV can eventually cause AIDS by attacking a type of white blood cell called a CD4 cell. CD4 cells are the same cells in the immune system that are supposed to protect the body from disease. When your immune system loses too many CD4 cells, you are less able to fight off infection and can
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The Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) is the virus that causes HIV infection. HIV causes acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS), the most advanced stage of HIV infection. What is AIDS? AIDS stands for Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome: Acquired means you can get infected with it; Immune Deficiency means a weakness in the body’s system that fights diseases.
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If you have HIV, it’s important to make choices that keep you healthy and protect others. Having HIV doesn’t have to stop you living a healthy life in the way that you choose to do. With the right treatment and care, you can expect to live as long as someone who doesn’t have HIV. Find
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HIV stands for Human Immunodeficiency Virus. The human immunodeficiency virus is a lentivirus (“lenti” means “slow” in Latin; a type of virus that causes chronic and deadly diseases in humans and mammals that is characterized with long incubation periods) that attacks the cells of the immune system, which weakens the body’s defense against infections and
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HIV (Human Immunodeficiency Virus) has been a global health concern for several decades. Since its discovery, significant progress has been made in understanding the virus, its effects on the human body, and how to manage the disease. One crucial aspect of HIV management is monitoring the viral load in HIV-infected individuals. In this comprehensive article,