In a world where medical costs continue to rise, Thailand’s Gold Card, also known as the Universal Health Coverage Scheme, has become a crucial safety net that ensures everyone can access healthcare without worrying about expenses. While many associate it with basic medical services, the Gold Card actually goes far beyond that. It provides comprehensive
Tag Archives: PrEP
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Oct
Oct
Taking PrEP in today’s fast-moving world has become more relevant than ever, as modern relationships and sexual lifestyles continue to evolve. Many people may have heard the term from friends in the LGBTQ+ community or seen it mentioned in health media, but still aren’t sure what it really means, whether it’s truly necessary, or how
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Sep
Sep
Lenacapavir Injection represents a turning point in the global fight against HIV and AIDS. For more than 40 years, the world has battled this epidemic, and while medical advances have transformed HIV from a near-fatal disease into a manageable chronic condition, prevention remains a critical challenge. PrEP (Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis) has proven highly effective, yet access
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Jun
Jun
On June 18, 2025, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) officially approved Yeztugo®—the brand name for lenacapavir, developed by Gilead Sciences—as the world’s first and only biannual injectable PrEP (Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis) for HIV prevention. This marks a major milestone in medical advancement that has drawn global attention. The approval is based on international clinical
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Feb
Feb
Love2Test Expanding Access to HIV Testing, PrEP and Treatment to End HIV Transmission in Thailand HIV remains a major public health challenge globally and in Thailand. In 2023, approximately 39.9 million people were living with HIV worldwide. Despite advancements in antiretroviral therapy (ART) and various prevention measures, there continue to be around 1.3 million new
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Feb
Feb
In recent years, medical innovations have advanced rapidly, especially in the prevention of HIV infection. One of the latest breakthroughs is Injectable PrEP, or Cabotegravir Long-Acting (CAB-LA), a new, convenient, and highly effective option for HIV prevention. Currently, Injectable PrEP has been approved by the World Health Organization (WHO) and the U.S. Food and Drug
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Jan
In today’s era, where knowledge about Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs) has significantly advanced, understanding HIV testing, prevention, and treatment is essential for everyone. Thanks to the support from Thailand’s National Health Security Office (NHSO), citizens can access free HIV testing, free Pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) medication, and free treatment for those diagnosed with HIV. Through the
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Dec
Dec
In the present era, where the spread of HIV remains one of the major challenges for public health systems worldwide, preventing and reducing the number of new infections is a critically important goal. For Thailand, efforts to enhance healthcare services and lower the rate of HIV transmission have taken a significant step forward. The National
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Nov
Nov
Using drugs can impair self-control and decision-making, leading to a decrease in protective behaviors—especially in the context of sexual activities, a practice commonly known as Risk of Chem sex. Effective prevention and treatment strategies are essential to reduce the risks of contracting various infections. This article will explore the health risks associated with chemsex, along
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Nov
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Today, HIV prevention is considered highly important, especially for men who have sex with men, who are at a higher risk of contracting HIV. To make prevention more effective and accessible, the SimpPrEP Research Project was initiated. This project aims to explore more convenient and efficient methods of using PrEP (pre-exposure prophylaxis) to ensure that