HIV Positive Moms Can Breastfeed and Bond with Their Babies

HIV Positive Moms Can Breastfeed and Bond with Their Babies

For a long time, HIV-positive women were discouraged from breastfeeding their babies for fear of transmitting the virus to their babies through their breast milk. However, studies have shown that with proper treatment and care, HIV-positive moms can indeed breastfeed and bond with their babies safely. Studies conducted by the World Health Organization (WHO) have…

Breaking the Stigma: HIV-Positive Women Can Have Healthy Pregnancies

Breaking the Stigma: HIV-Positive Women Can Have Healthy Pregnancies

HIV-positive women can have healthy pregnancies, and it’s time to break the stigma that suggests otherwise. With proper medical care and guidance, women living with HIV can give birth to healthy babies and maintain their own health. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), women account for approximately one in four people…

How to Identify the Early Signs of HIV/AIDS

How to Identify the Early Signs of HIV/AIDS

Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) is a virus that attacks the body’s immune system, making it difficult for the body to fight off infections and illnesses. Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome (AIDS) is the stage of the virus in which an individual’s immune system is severely weakened, resulting in potentially fatal illnesses. It’s important to be aware of…

Advancements in Antiretroviral Therapy Transform HIV Care

Advancements in Antiretroviral Therapy Transform HIV Care

Antiretroviral therapy (ART) for HIV has come a long way since the first antiretroviral drug, AZT, was introduced in 1987. ART is a combination of medications that suppress the HIV virus and reduce the risk of its transmission. With advancements in research and technology, HIV-positive individuals now have access to a range of treatment options…

Revolutionary Treatment Could Bring End to HIV Epidemic

Revolutionary Treatment Could Bring End to HIV Epidemic

HIV (Human Immunodeficiency Virus) has been a global health crisis for decades, infecting over 38 million people worldwide, with approximately 1.7 million people newly infected in 2019 alone. The HIV epidemic has had a significant social and economic impact, causing discrimination against people living with HIV, limiting access to healthcare and education, and negatively impacting…

The Silent Enemy: Key Indicators of HIV in Male Patients

The Silent Enemy: Key Indicators of HIV in Male Patients

HIV, or human immunodeficiency virus, is a life-threatening virus that primarily attacks the cells in our immune system known as CD4 cells, weakening our body’s ability to fight off infections and diseases. While anyone can become infected with HIV, data shows that males account for the majority of HIV cases globally. In 2019 alone, 690,000…

Understanding HIV Transmission: How the Virus Spreads

Human Immunodeficiency Virus, or HIV, is a virus that attacks the immune system, causing a condition known as acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS). HIV can be transmitted from person to person through various bodily fluids, such as blood, semen, vaginal fluid, breast milk, and rectal fluids. Understanding how HIV is transmitted is crucial in preventing the…