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HIV-positive parents in Zimbabwe struggle to manage their children's education – study shows how

Over the past three decades researchers have explored various aspects of the impact of the HIV pandemic. One focus area has been children who have lost their parents to AIDS. Less attention has been given to children who are raised by parents living with HIV. This group has become much…

The Conversation

‘I stopped counting how many friends died’: life after the contaminated blood scandal

The long read: As a victim of one of the NHS’s worst failures, I campaigned for years for an investigation into what led to so many people becoming infected with deadly viruses. Finally we got an inquiry – but did we get answers?

The Guardian - UK

CDC sees inconsistent gains in HIV prevention prescriptions - Roll Call

Funding is part of a program that aims to reduce 75 percent of new HIV infections by 2025 and 90 percent by 2030.

Roll Call

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First new HIV awareness advert in 40 years to air on TV

A woman who was diagnosed with HIV seven years ago has welcomed the ‘long overdue’ television campaign

The Independent UK

Jerry Coovadia remembered - a champion of science, children and compassionate public health

Deeply saddened as we in the South African health community were by the loss of Professor Jerry Hoosen Coovadia on 4 October 2023, I reflected on what he had come to mean in my medical career and in my life.

The Conversation

What is the Pepfar fight and what does it mean for Africa?

The US Aids relief programme has become caught up in the politics of abortion rights, with far-reaching implications

The Guardian - UK

Jerry Coovadia: the South African doctor who led the fight against HIV in children

South African-born Professor Hoosen “Jerry” Coovadia, renowned academic and prominent anti-apartheid activist, passed away on 4 October. As a paediatrician I was privileged to know and work with him over two decades. Prior to that I knew him when we were both health activists in apartheid South Africa.

The Conversation

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PrEP prevents HIV infections, but it's not reaching Black women

A significant number of new HIV infections happen among Black women, and a health education effort in Atlanta wants to make sure Black women can access the HIV-prevention medicines known as PrEP.

WEKU

HIV self-test kits are meant to empower those at risk − but they don't necessarily lead to starting HIV treatment or prevention

HIV self-test kits were developed to make it easier for people to access HIV testing. However, our research team has found that many people who use self-test kits do not go on to receive needed HIV treatment or start preexposure prophylaxis, or PrEP, to prevent future infection.

The Conversation

Run organised in Vijayawada to bring awareness about HIV/AIDS prevention

“The prevalence of HIV has come down to 0.67% as per 2021 estimates, thanks to the concerted efforts put in by the government and NGOs and other stakeholders,” said NTR district Collector S. Dilli Rao.

The Hindu

People with HIV offered hope of self-injected drug at home

GSK-controlled company works on developing patient-administered treatment by end of the decade

The Guardian - UK

South African men are much more likely to die from TB than women -- here's why

Around the world, men are more likely to get TB and to die from it than women.

The Conversation

SC orders IAF, Army to pay ₹1.54 crore to veteran who contracted HIV through blood transfusion at field hospital

SC holds IAF, Army liable to pay ₹1.54 cr. to veteran infected with HIV via blood transfusion. Court chastises govt. for lack of dignity, honour & compassion towards veteran. Records show veteran was stonewalled & discriminated against. Court reminds Armed Forces of their duty to ensure highest safety standards.

The Hindu

Thousands to participate in AIDS Run and Walk Chicago, raise money for local organizations

The 32nd annual run and walk Saturday seeks to raise $500,000 to support Chicagoans living with and vulnerable to HIV.

Chicago Sun-Times

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HIV diagnoses in straight Scots overtakes those in gay and bisexual men

NEW HIV diagnoses in Scotland are now higher in heterosexual people than gay and bisexual men, according to the latest figures.

The Times of India

Indian researchers identify circular RNA that can lead to treatment strategies against AIDS

Researchers from the Indian Institute of Science Education and Research Bhopal (IISER Bhopal) identified a specific circular RNA (circRNA) called ‘ciTRAN’, which plays a crucial role in the multiplication of the AIDS-causing HIV-1 virus within the human body. HIV remains a major global public health issue and has claimed 40.4…

The Conversation

Young people with sexual or gender diversity are at higher risk of stopping their HIV treatment because of stigma and harsh laws

Ending the AIDS pandemic – particularly in eastern and southern Africa – cannot be achieved unless more resources are channelled to meet the needs of key vulnerable populations.

Roll Call

PEPFAR reauthorization debate highlights splits in GOP - Roll Call

Reauthorization of an HIV/AIDS program launched by President George W. Bush now faces roadblocks because of abortion debate.

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WEKU

Lexington-based nonprofit wins $1.5 million HUD grant to provide housing assistance for HIV-positive

A Lexington-based nonprofit that’s been helping HIV-positive people for more than three decades won a 1-point-5 million dollar grant from the Department of Housing and Urban Development.

The Independent UK

Infected Blood Inquiry report delayed until 2024

Thousands were infected with HIV and hepatitis C through contaminated blood products in the 1970s and 1980s.

Newslaundry

Scooters, phones and more in poll-bound states: Telangana on top, Mizoram outlier amid ‘freebie frenzy’

Last month, when Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan announced subsidised LPG cylinders as a “rakhi gift” for women, he wasn’t the only leader seen as having announced a scheme with an eye on voters in a poll-bound state.

The Guardian - UK

Su Gorman obituary

Other lives: Campaigner for the thousands of people who contracted hepatitis and HIV after being given infected blood products by the NHS

The Hindu

Kerala High Court suggests that Centre formulate a protocol on employment of persons with Hepatitis B

Kerala HC suggests Union Govt. come out with protocols to prevent discrimination against persons suffering from Hepatitis B in civil/public employment. Criticised medical board's report for declaring petitioner unfit solely due to infection. Deputy Solicitor General of India submitted Union Govt. has policy for HIV-infected persons, but not for Hepatitis…

The Texas Tribune

Deborah Birx, former COVID-19 White House adviser, to join Texas Tech’s health center

Birx served in the Trump administration, helping states navigate COVID-19. Her work in public health largely focused on HIV and AIDS.

The Independent UK

South Africa’s ‘X-factor’ will make them tough to beat at Rugby World Cup claims Gareth Thomas

The former Wales captain also believes France can reach the final at their home tournament

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