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HIV/AIDS July 24, 2024

Experts laud injection that reportedly offers 100% protection against HIV/AIDS

A study shows that a shot was 100% effective in preventing new HIV infections in women in Africa. The shot is used in the U.S. as a treatment for the virus that causes AIDS.

HIV/AIDS July 13, 2024

2,400 Oregon hospital patients potentially exposed to HIV, hepatitis

An anesthesiologist in Oregon may have exposed more than 2,400 people to infectious diseases such as hepatitis B and C, as well as HIV, which can become deadly.

US May 20, 2024

US pediatricians group reverses decades-old policy, allowing breastfeeding for those with HIV

The American Academy of Pediatrics has announced a policy shift, saying that those with HIV who are effectively managing the virus with medication can breastfeed their babies.

United Kingdom May 20, 2024

Report exposes 'catalog of failures' by UK government in infected blood scandal that killed thousands

An inquiry has found that British authorities and health officials exposed tens of thousands of patients to deadly infections through contaminated blood and products.

HIV/AIDS April 1, 2024

Pioneer of America's global HIV/AIDS program recalls hope after years of despair

Dr. John Nkengasong, who has dedicated decades to HIV and AIDS work in Africa, is reflecting on his career intertwined with a U.S. program credited with transforming care.

Tennessee March 27, 2024

Nashville PD to stop rejecting HIV-positive officers after settlement

Metropolitan Nashville Police officers will no longer be disqualified on the sole basis of HIV status, the city agreed in a legal settlement Friday.

Nevada February 22, 2024

Hydeia Broadbent, activist known for childhood AIDS advocacy, dead at 39

Hydeia Broadbent, an HIV/AIDS activist born with the virus and known for her inspirational talks on the topic, has died. She was 39 years old.

Europe January 23, 2024

Human rights court condemns Greece for IDing HIV-positive sex workers in 2012 crackdown

The European Court of Human Rights ruled Tuesday that Greece had violated the privacy of women it identified in 2012 as HIV-positive prostitutes.

Health January 23, 2024

Cancer is now leading cause of death among HIV-positive people, report says: ‘Of great concern’

Cancer is now the leading cause of death among those who are HIV positive, as announced in a new report from the American Cancer Society. Doctors share their input.

OPINION November 28, 2023

How renewing a Bush era program for Africa will help us fend off Russia and China, boost national security

PEPFAR has helped save 25 million lives, and ensured an additional 5.5 million babies are born without HIV. PEPFAR recipient countries also boast a 20% lower mortality rate.

Massachusetts November 17, 2023

Northern Massachusetts hospital warns over 400 patients of potential hepatitis, HIV exposure

Massachusetts' Salem Hospital reported Wednesday that approximately 450 endoscopy patients may have been exposed to hepatitis and HIV over a two-year period.