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The study found that individuals assigned male at birth from sexual minorities are twice as likely to use meth after an HIV diagnosis.

Malanova explores the contemporary challenges of living with HIV and the fear surrounding testing within a relationship.

The UK's infected blood scandal led to thousands infected with HIV/hepatitis due to contaminated blood products and highlighted ongoing injustices from the cover-up.

The term 'AIDS' was pivotal in shaping perceptions and stigma surrounding the disease, influencing both public discussion and activism.

HIV-positive individuals over 50 require specialized care and awareness as misconceptions about aging and sexual health remain prevalent.

Six transplant patients in Brazil received HIV-infected organs, leading to a health crisis and investigations into systemic failures within the public health system.

The Biden-Harris administration announced $1.4 billion to support the Ryan White HIV/AIDS Program, enhancing access to life-saving medications for low-income individuals with HIV.

Misinformation and stigma surrounding HIV and AIDS have led to underdiagnosis and undertreatment.

Education is important in dispelling myths and reducing the stigma around HIV.

HIV stigma is declining in America, but awareness, especially among Gen Z, remains low.

HIV stigma and isolation persist despite advancements in treatment, as illustrated by personal experiences of those diagnosed.

Lenacapavir shows potential to significantly reduce new HIV infections, fostering optimism towards the goal of ending the epidemic by 2030.

Gilead aims to broaden access to lenacapavir through generic production in low-income countries but excludes middle-income nations, highlighting healthcare disparities.

Havlir and Fauci's HIV experience prepared them for the Covid pandemic

Identify modifiable targets and mechanisms to improve CNS-related outcomes in individuals with HIV, enhancing their quality of life and functional capacity.

Aging with HIV comes with increased health risks and challenges, including managing multiple health conditions.

The contaminated blood scandal has caused devastating consequences for victims and their families, impacting their ability to conceive and obtain fair compensation.

War in Ukraine risks reversing progress against HIV due to healthcare disruptions and increased displacement of populations.

Discrimination puts trans women at higher risk of contracting HIV.

Trans women need improved access to healthcare and PrEP.

A seventh person has been cured of HIV after a stem-cell transplant, but such treatment is risky and not scalable.

ART remains the standard and essential treatment for many living with HIV.

Dr. Fauci's work on HIV contributed to the development of the COVID-19 vaccine.

Gilead Sciences is suing a medical defrauder and pharmacies for selling counterfeit HIV medications, endangering patient health and safety.

A drug-counterfeiting operation involving Gilead's HIV medications was uncovered, exposing patients to serious health risks.

Peter Khaim is identified as the mastermind behind the counterfeit drugs sold through two pharmacies in NYC.

The Pentagon's ban on asymptomatic HIV-positive enlistment was overturned as discriminatory, reflecting advancements in HIV treatment.

Minimal risk of HIV transmission allows eligible individuals to serve in the military.

The court ruling allows asymptomatic HIV-positive individuals with undetectable viral loads to serve in the military, promoting inclusivity and challenging stigma.

PEPFAR has saved 25 million lives, treated 20 million people with HIV, and prevented 5.5 million babies from being born with HIV in the past twenty years.

Global challenges such as the rising cost of living, conflicts, and the climate crisis are threatening the funding and support for programs like PEPFAR.

HIV, viral hepatitis, and STIs are causing significant global health burdens, with many infections and deaths each year.

Global response efforts are falling short of meeting targets set in 2022 to end AIDS, viral hepatitis, and STIs epidemics by 2030.

10 million Brits would avoid being friends with or working with someone who was HIV+.

Many Brits are still ignorant of how HIV can be transmitted.

Over 3,500 previously undiagnosed cases of HIV, Hepatitis B, and Hepatitis C have been identified through opt-out testing pilots in the UK since April 2022.

The trials aimed to identify cases in people who are unlikely to get tested at a sexual health clinic.

Opt-out testing can lead to early diagnosis and save the NHS money in the long term.

The British HIV Association recommends that everyone over 40 living with HIV should be offered statins for the primary prevention of cardiovascular disease, regardless of their cholesterol levels.

The recommendations are based on the findings of the REPRIEVE study, which showed that participants assigned statins had a significantly lower risk of developing major cardiovascular problems.

Despite progress made against HIV and AIDS, 35,000 people still become infected in the US each year.

Racial inequities in HIV diagnoses persist, with 60% of new diagnoses in Santa Clara County occurring among the Hispanic and Latino community.

The first trial in Africa testing two combination vaccines to prevent HIV has been halted after researchers determined that the vaccines were not effective.

The trial, known as the PrEPVacc trial, was being conducted on 1,500 people aged 18 to 40 in Uganda, Tanzania, and South Africa.

The final results of the trial are expected to be released in late 2024.

During the first few weeks of being infected with HIV, most people experience flu-like symptoms that indicate their body is reacting to the virus.

These early signs of HIV infection, known as acute retroviral syndrome, can be mild and mistaken for the flu, mononucleosis, or tonsillitis.