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The HIV virus was first isolated at the Institute Pasteur in France in 1983. It was hoped at that time that a vaccine would be ready for testing within two years. Now twenty plus years later, still no vaccine exists and HIV/AIDS has spread to all corners of the world with devastating consequences.
Read about the impact of the AIDS pandemic and the surrounding issues of poverty, inequality, education, and economics. Learn about the latest battles in the war against this deadly virus and the newest advances in research.
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Helping Patients Adhere to ART
There are a number of ways to help HIV patients remember to take their antiretroviral treatment medications. Adhering to these medications helps to prevent resistance. more...
Starting an HIV patient on antiretroviral treatment requires them to be ready both clinically and mentally. The decision should be made by both the patient and provider. more...
HIV and the Primary Care Provider
Providers often face issues of confidentiality, stigmas, cultural difference, and patient education when treating HIV-positive patients. more...
Malawi receives funding for HIV programming from a number of sources around the world. These funders allow them to provide care, treatment, and education to citizens. more...
WHO Clinical Staging for HIV Infection
The World Health Organization developed a list of symptoms to help health care workers decide which of the four stage of HIV an individual is in. more...
The Four Stages of HIV Infection
There are four stages of HIV infection: primary, asymptomatic, symptomatic, and AIDS. Knowing what stage an individual is in helps physicians to design treatment plans. more...
Treating the Side Effects of ART
Over-the-counter medications and lifestyle changes can help minimize a number of the side effects caused by antiretroviral treatment (ART) for HIV/AIDS. more...
Inspired Gifts Helps Fight HIV
Inspired Gifts, an online store run by UNICEF, offers Christmas and holiday presents that help fight HIV by supporting the work being done around the world. more...
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