Living Positive Victoria - LPV’s Post

We are at a critical crossroads. Ending #HIV by 2030 is within reach, but we must continue to invest in prevention and education to achieve this goal. On this World AIDS Day, let us speak up for #healthequity and collaborate to address issues that impede progress towards ending HIV/AIDS.

Imagining tomorrow, today.   When people ask me where I get my energy from, what inspires me, what drives me to come to work every day – the answer is always “people”. Whether that’s my ViiV-colleagues, our brilliant partners or the vibrant and wonderfully diverse members of the #HIV community that we serve.   I recently visited our facility in Branford, Connecticut and met with 40 of our amazing scientists who are working tirelessly to help us reach our ultimate ambition to #EndHIV once and for all. Their deep understanding of what people living with HIV, or who could benefit from prevention, want and need, helps us focus the direction of our discovery and development. So not only are we researching the next generation of HIV medicines – such as ultra-long-acting treatment and prevention options - but we’re also focusing on the things that matter most.   In this video, I talk to just some of the remarkable people working on our pipeline of the future and ask them what impact they hope their work will have.   👉 Find out more about how at ViiV Healthcare #WeWontStop until we #EndTheEpidemic here: https://lnkd.in/eShG-T3t

Happening tomorrow Dec 10th: "Sustainable financing 2030: Accelerating integrated and country-owned HIV responses over the next five years" webinar here 👉🏽: https://lnkd.in/gnA6uaQ3

This #WorldAidsDay, we call on each other to unite for a stronger future. Early #HIV diagnosis is a crucial step in the fight against AIDS. Yet, millions remain undiagnosed. By working together we can sustain and accelerate our shared goal of ending the epidemic in our lifetime. Let's commit to: • Community Empowerment: Supporting community-led initiatives to address HIV/AIDS. • Increased Testing: Encouraging regular HIV testing to promote early diagnosis. • Reduced Stigma: Challenging misconceptions and promoting empathy and understanding. • Sustainable Funding: Advocating for continued investment in HIV prevention, treatment, and care. Let's join in the fight against HIV/AIDS. Get tested, get treated, and stay informed. #CollectiveAction #EndAIDS #KnowYourStatus

With only 34% of lower and middle-income countries’ #HIV responses financed domestically (compared to 96% of other health systems costs), more work is needed to define and drive pathways toward increased sustainable financing of HIV #prevention and #treatment by 2030.   On December 10, join PATH for a dynamic webinar that discusses diverse financing channels for sustaining the #HIV response and features case studies from countries with exciting examples of mixed financing models. A panel of government and donor representatives and advocates will round out the session by sharing practical insights, lessons, and considerations to keep in mind as countries move forward with sustainability planning and implementation.   Register for the "Sustainable financing 2030: Accelerating integrated and country-owned HIV responses over the next five years" webinar here 👉🏽:

Women and girls living with HIV may have no symptoms for years. Do you know what to look out for? To mark National Women and Girls HIV/AIDS Awareness Day #NWGHAAD, here are 12 facts every girl needs to know about #HIV and #AIDS. https://bit.ly/3T6ySjy

Today is HIV Long-Term Survivors Awareness Day! SAGE is proud to recognize the resilience of long-term survivors with #HIV and share their journeys and challenges. If you're interested in learning more about HIV and #aging, I recommend reading a new piece by Terri L. Wilder, MSW and Emma Bessire in the American Society on Aging's journal Generations. You can read the piece here: https://lnkd.in/gp4vFVyS #HLTSAD

Only 34% of lower and middle-income countries’ finance their HIV responses domestically (compared to 96% of other health systems costs). Globally, more work is needed to drive forward increased sustainable financing of HIV prevention and treatment by 2030.    On December 10, join @PATH for a dynamic webinar that discusses diverse financing channels for sustaining the #HIV response and features case studies from countries with exciting examples of mixed financing models. A panel of government and donor representatives and advocates will round out the session by sharing practical insights, lessons, and considerations to keep in mind as countries move forward with sustainability planning and implementation.     #WorldAIDSDay #ProudofPEPFAR   Register for the "Sustainable financing 2030: Accelerating integrated and country-owned HIV responses over the next five years" webinar here 👉🏽: https://lnkd.in/dtJrn2Ub   

At the 25th annual international AIDS Conference in Munich, Germany, a group of international experts discussed the impact of HIV-related stigma and discrimination on efforts to end the #HIV pandemic as a public health threat by 2030. #AIDS2024 https://lnkd.in/ex5y7S3S

Something you should know about #hiv! Undetectable = Untransmittable. What does it mean and how well is it understood by our societies today? Undetectable equals Untransmittable (#u=u) means that under effective HIV therapy, the virus cannot be sexually transmitted. A recent multi-country HIV survey across #austria, #greece and #switzerland explored public awareness, understanding and acceptance of U=U. The results clearly showed a limited recognition of U=U in all three countries. This lack of knowledge is often accompanied by HIV-associated stigma, social distancing, and misperceptions about HIV transmission. The survey underlines the remaining importance of effective awareness campaigns and education to spread the U=U message, and helps foster a more informed and supportive public stance towards people living with HIV. Learn more about the survey results during the poster presentation (WEPED341) at #aids2024. #gileademployee