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Last of infected blood victims’ evidence heard in ‘significant milestone’

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

The Independent UK · Oct 7, 2022

Chlamydia hotspots in London unveiled as experts demand huge ramp up in STI testing

Lambeth is the chlamydia capital of London, according to new figures, with 3,063 sexually transmitted diseases per 100,000 people amid calls for more testing

Daily Mirror · Oct 6, 2022

How 175 children became infected with HIV amid ‘worst treatment disaster in NHS history’

It comes as public inquiry hears evidence from parents of children affected

The Independent UK · Oct 6, 2022

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London’s chlamydia hotspots revealed amid calls to ramp up tests

Lambeth was found to have the capital’s highest rate of the sexually transmitted infection

Evening Standard · Oct 5, 2022

Surge in number of cases of syphilis after lockdown new figures show

Chlamydia continues to account for the majority of STI diagnoses made in 2021, some 51% of all STIs

Wales Online · Oct 4, 2022

‘Marked’ rise in syphilis cases – report

New 2021 data show that there was a rise in the number of cases compared to 2020.

The Independent UK · Oct 4, 2022

Dr John Marks obituary

Chair of the British Medical Association who educated the public about HIV infection while tackling its social stigma

The Guardian - UK · Oct 3, 2022

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Health: Gut bacteria may contribute to HIV infection susceptibility: Study

Certain bacteria" gut bacteria, including one required for a healthy gut microbiome, differ between people who develop HIV infection and those who do not, according to new UCLA-led research. Read more on Dynamite News:

Dynamite News · Oct 3, 2022

Another monkey virus may be on verge of infecting humans: Researchers

According to new University of Colorado Boulder research published online Sept. 30 in the journal Cell, an unknown family of viruses that is currently prevalent in wild African primates and known to cause lethal Ebola-like symptoms in certain monkeys is "poised for spillover" to people. Read more on Dynamite News

Dynamite News · Oct 1, 2022

The important HIV medication app that's being expanded to help more people in Wales

Preptrack is a free UK-based app that aims to remind users of PrEP when they need to take their doses of medication

Wales Online · Sep 28, 2022

Gareth Thomas determined to bust the myths around HIV

Thomas and Tackle HIV will shortly be launching the Tackle HIV Myth Bus Tour

Wales Online · Sep 28, 2022

Student who sued military over HIV policy settles case

A student at a military college who sued top Pentagon officials after he was deemed unfit for service because he tested positive for HIV has settled his lawsuit and plans to pursue his dream of becoming an Army officer

The Independent UK · Sep 27, 2022

HIV treatment in South Africa: how to help people stay on ARVs when life gets in the way

Antiretroviral therapy (ART) has turned HIV into a manageable chronic condition. When ART is working effectively, HIV cannot be transmitted. This allows people with HIV to live fuller lives without the fear of infecting others. It’s also led global HIV control efforts to focus on increasing ART coverage. The aim…

The Conversation · Sep 26, 2022

Woman spiked with injection woke up to find large purple and green bruise on leg

Samantha was out in Liverpool, when she had a scary experience and the following morning found a purple and green bruise on her leg, which looked like a needle puncture

Daily Mirror · Sep 24, 2022

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Liverpool Echo · Sep 24, 2022

Woman's 'heart sank' as she looked at bruise on leg

"Your first, initial thought is not someone violating you"

WEKU · Sep 23, 2022

HIV crashed her life. She found her way back to joy — and spoke at the U.N. this week

Diagnosed with HIV before her wedding, Bupe Sinkala didn't tell her husband and saw her marriage — and life — crumble. Now she's a community health worker advocating for her unsung profession.

The Conversation · Sep 23, 2022

HIV therapies currently need to be taken regularly for life – longer-lasting antibody treatments could one day offer an equally effective one-shot alternative

Antiretroviral therapy has had an enormous impact on treating HIV infections around the world. The millions of people currently taking these treatments under medical supervision can reasonably expect to reduce their viral loads to undetectable levels, eliminate the risk of transmission and live a normal life span. However, antiretroviral therapy…

The Conversation · Sep 22, 2022

'Men who have sex with men' originated during the HIV pandemic to focus on behavior rather than identity – but not everyone thinks the term helps

Since the global monkeypox outbreak started to spread this past spring, more people are seeing the term “men who have sex with men,” or MSM, in the news and public health messages. You may have also heard this term in places like HIV prevention campaigns or at the doctor’s office.

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Tribune News Service · Sep 22, 2022

With overdoses rising, a push for syringe service programs

WASHINGTON — Experts say the spike in overdoses and diseases related to sharing needles means it’s time to revoke a longtime ban restricting federal funds for syringe exchanges. But lawmakers in both parties remain resistant to allowing taxpayer dollars to go to clean needles and syringes for drug use.

Roll Call · Sep 21, 2022

With overdoses rising, a push for syringe service programs - Roll Call

Public health officials say that syringe service programs are a key part of the toolbox used for harm reduction for people who use drugs.

Salon · Sep 21, 2022

Viruses have a mind of their own

A biologist explains the intricacies of viruses and phages in your body

The Hindu · Sep 20, 2022

SC notice to Centre on plea alleging shortage of anti-HIV drugs

Antiretroviral therapy (ART) is treatment of people infected with human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) using anti-HIV drugs.

Liverpool Echo · Sep 18, 2022

Photographer recalls time of 'fear and horror' when people were 'disappearing'

"It was a time when you were losing friends. People were disappearing. It was a very scary time."

Los Angeles Times · Sep 17, 2022

Riverside County reports its first MPX case in a child under 10

Riverside County, California, has reported its first pediatric case of MPX, in a child under 10 years old.

StockNews.com · Sep 16, 2022

It's Not Too Late for Investors to Start Buying GILD Stock

Biopharmaceutical giant Gilead Sciences (GILD) has delivered solid segmental sales growth in the last reported quarter. In addition, the company’s various research breakthroughs and drug approvals should further bolster its performance in the coming months. Given its robust profitability and discounted valuation, we think it could be wise to scoop…

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