Health care industry
In a concerted effort to address the pressing need for inclusive HIV prevention approaches, ViiV Healthcare has launched the 'Risk to Reasons' initiative in the UK. This national initiative aims to educate women and healthcare professionals about the available HIV prevention options, challenge stigmatizing language, and promote open
Highly active antiretroviral therapy
The South African Health Products Regulatory Authority (SAHPRA) has approved an HIV prevention jab that provides six months of protection at a time, paving the way for a limited public sector rollout in April 2026. The "game-changing" shot, which contains the antiretroviral drug lenacapavir, has been hailed as
HIV
Research published in the journal Psychology, Health & Medicine has investigated the effectiveness of mental health interventions for people living with HIV (PLWH). The study, which analyzed 14 systematic reviews, found that Motivational Interviewing and cognitive-behavioral therapy can have a positive impact on mental health outcomes for PLWH. Specifically, cognitive-behavioral
Addis Ababa University
Researchers from Addis Ababa University have conducted a study to assess the prevalence of Human Papillomavirus (HPV) infection among women living with HIV in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. The study screened 3,303 women and found a high prevalence of HPV infection, particularly among women aged 25-29 and those with a
HIV
A 31-year-old man from Kidderminster, Luke Davis, has been found guilty of recklessly transmitting HIV to a woman he had unprotected sex with. The jury at Worcester Crown Court heard that Davis was aware of his HIV-positive status and had stopped taking his medication sporadically, despite knowing that this would
HIV
Mexican researchers have been studying HIV/AIDS mortality trends in Mexico from 1998 to 2022. Utilizing data from the Mexican National Death Registry, they analyzed deaths related to advanced HIV disease (AHD) and its associated characteristics. The study's findings indicate a high and increasing proportion of deaths attributed
HIV
A recent study published in the AIDS and Behavior journal has highlighted the significant impact of internalized stigma on the mental health and well-being of individuals living with HIV. The research, conducted by a team of experts at Koc University in Istanbul, Turkey, aimed to develop and validate an updated
Depression (Mood disorder)
Women living with HIV (WWH) experience high rates of depression and cognitive impairment, with a significant proportion of their lives spent with depressive symptoms. According to a recent study, WWH may be more susceptible to these effects than women without HIV (WWoH). Researchers from Johns Hopkins University analyzed data from
Elderly
Recent research results have been published highlighting the impact of HIV/AIDS on older adults. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's (CDC) HIV programs, older adults, defined as individuals aged 50 and over, accounted for 1 in 6 persons newly diagnosed with HIV in 2022.
Highly active antiretroviral therapy
A recent study published in the JAIDS Journal of Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndromes examined the outcomes of rapid restart of antiretroviral therapy (ART) among people with HIV who have relinked to care at a safety-net HIV clinic in San Francisco. The researchers used electronic medical record data to conduct a
Drug resistance
Investigations in sub-Saharan Africa (SSA) have highlighted the persistence of HIV drug resistance (HIVDR) as a critical challenge in the region. Despite efforts to combat the issue, HIVDR remains a significant hurdle in SSA due to limited effective treatment and healthcare resources. Researchers have conducted a study using the first
Disease susceptibility
A recent study from the University of Dodoma in Tanzania highlights the importance of voluntary counseling and testing (VCT) for HIV/AIDS among secondary school students. The research, aimed at assessing knowledge, perception, and attitude towards VCT, involved 127 students aged 15-25 years from three schools in Iringa Rural District.
