HIV and hepatitis are both conditions caused by a virus that can lead to severe health issues if left untreated. A virus spreads in the body by altering the genetic code of healthy cells to reproduce, meaning that it can quickly overpower the body’s immune system. It is interesting to note that 10% of people with HIV […]
HIV transmission occurs through contact with certain bodily fluids, such as blood, semen, or vaginal fluids. HIV prevention methods can help to significantly reduce the risk of transmission during sexual intercourse. There are several ways to effectively safeguard from HIV transmission , such as using PrEP, condoms, and HIV prevention methods like frequent testing. The majority of […]
HIV can affect anyone regardless of their gender, nationality, or sexual orientation. But unfortunately, accessing proper healthcare is not always an option, particularly for undocumented immigrants in the US – and so there is often a higher correlation between HIV and immigration. Since they are not covered by insurance or Medicare, undocumented immigrants are not […]
There has been a lot of effort made to help decrease HIV transmission around the globe. Getting tested to know your HIV status and learning more about transmission and prevention has made a significant difference in the number of new HIV diagnoses in the past few years. In fact, the rates of transmission have dropped steadily […]
