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Yesterday was World AIDS Day, a time to reflect on the progress made and the work still needed to combat HIV/AIDS. HIV/AIDS remains a global challenge, but education, prevention, and treatment advancements give us hope for a healthier future. Here's what you need to know: 📊 The Current Landscape: ▪️ Over 38 million people worldwide live with HIV, but many are unaware of their status. ▪️ Advances in treatment, like antiretroviral therapy (ART), make HIV a manageable condition when detected early. 🛡️ Prevention Matters: ▪️PrEP & PEP: Pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) reduces HIV risk by up to 99% when taken as prescribed. Post-exposure prophylaxis (PEP) can prevent infection if started within 72 hours. ▪️Testing is Key: Regular HIV testing is essential for early detection and prevention of transmission. 🤝 Combatting Stigma: ▪️Educating communities and dispelling myths about HIV transmission can save lives. ▪️Support those living with HIV by fostering acceptance and empathy. 📚 Ongoing Education: ▪️ Keep informed about new treatment options like long-acting injectable ART and other advancements in care. Every action counts in the fight against HIV/AIDS. Together, we can make a difference in creating a future free from stigma and illness. #WorldAIDSDay #HIVAwareness #Healthcare #Healthequity #Medicalincs

'HIV isn't a death sentence. Lifelong medication can reduce the virus to undetectable levels.' This #WorldAIDSDay, meet Lead Nurse for HIV testing at Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust, Lucy. 👋 Lucy works in the national blood borne virus testing programme, which has detected thousands of cases of HIV and Hepatitis B and C nationwide. Opt-out testing in Emergency Departments helps identify those who may not know they are living with blood borne diseases, including HIV. ‘A common misconception is that being HIV positive means impending death. I’m able to dispel this and many other myths and share how people living with HIV can go on to live long and healthy lives.’ NHS England is committed to achieving zero HIV transmissions by 2030 and also eradicating Hepatitis C by the same year. This is only possible thanks to the efforts from staff like Lucy, with opt-out testing meaning that patients can be referred for lifesaving treatment at the earliest possible stage. Testing for HIV is quicker and easier than ever and is provided to anyone free of charge on the NHS. https://lnkd.in/gVkMbEM

Today I marked #WorldAIDSDay , remembering all those who have lost their lives to the disease, celebrating those who have fought the stigma attached to it, and committing to help share the awareness about AIDS and raise funds to support the end of the AIDS epidemic. Why is important? ➡️ In the UK, more than 105,000 people are living with HIV. ➡️ Globally, an estimated 38 million people live with the virus. ➡️ More than 35 million people have died of HIV or AIDS related illnesses over the past 40 years ➡️ AIDS is one of the most destructive pandemics in history. —— The UK is on a mission to become the first country to end new HIV cases by 2030. Here's what we need to do: ‼️Expand HIV Testing: Make HIV and STI tests accessible at home and in all healthcare settings. ‼️ Increase PrEP Access: Ensure everyone who can benefit from PrEP can access it easily, including online. ‼️ Support for All: Provide comprehensive support for those living with HIV to access care and live confidently. ‼️ Combat Stigma: Implement training and awareness programs to eliminate HIV-related stigma in healthcare settings. ‼️ National Leadership: NHS England and the Department for Health and Social Care must co-own the HIV Action Plan and appoint a dedicated HIV lead. Together, we can achieve zero new HIV transmissions and ensure a healthy, stigma-free future for everyone. Let's make it happen! 💪❤️ #WorldAIDSDay #EndHIV2030 #HIVAwareness #ZeroHIV Useful websites: https://lnkd.in/dZ6xW2bJ https://lnkd.in/dCdsSi6M https://lnkd.in/dDz7iHXT

WORLD AIDS DAY, 2024 1 December 2024 Theme: “Take the rights path: My health, my right!” HIV (Human Immunodeficiency Virus) is a virus that attacks the immune system, making it harder for the body to fight infections and diseases. AIDS (Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome) is the advanced stage of HIV, but with early diagnosis and treatment, life can be prolonged. It’s important to remember that HIV is not a death sentence. With proper care and consistent antiretroviral therapy (ART), people living with HIV can lead healthy, fulfilling lives, just like those who are HIV-negative. By achieving and maintaining an undetectable viral load through prescribed ART, individuals not only protect their own health but also eliminate the risk of transmission, empowering them to live without fear and contributing to the well-being of their communities. Tackling stigma and discrimination in communities is essential in the fight against HIV and AIDS. These barriers prevent individuals from seeking care and support, making it harder to address this condition effectively. However, with the advancements in HIV prevention, diagnosis, and treatment, we can ensure that no one is left behind. Together, we can fight HIV and AIDS by breaking down stigma and discrimination and ensuring that everyone has the right to quality healthcare and a life free from fear and exclusion. Let’s unite in the fight. #shsrckerala #WorldAIDSDay #WorldAIDSDay2024 #aidsday #HIV

December 1st is World AIDS day and December is HIV/AIDS Awareness month. This is a  day/month to unite with others around the world to prevent HIV, support people with HIV, and remember those who have lost their lives to an HIV-related illness. This year’s theme is “Collective Action: Sustain and Accelerate HIV Progress”.  HIV (Human immunodeficiency virus) is a virus that attack’s the body’s immune system. Without treatment it can lead to AIDS (acquired immunodeficiency syndrome). There is currently no cure but with proper treatment it can be controlled. For more information please visit HIV.gov Can people with HIV work? Absolutely! Accommodations can include but aren’t limited to: flexible schedules, having a workstation near a restroom, self-paced workloads, flexibility to sit or stand, written job instructions, anti-glare guard or screen magnifier for computers, and insurance that does not single out HIV in order to cap medical benefits. #StopHIVTogether [Image description: red background with a large black text box with a white border. Inside in white text it says “December is HIV/AIDS Awareness Month” and there is a red ribbon on the bottom right.]

World AIDS Day! December 1st is World AIDS Day, a global health day dedicated to raising awareness about AIDS (Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome) and HIV (Human Immunodeficiency Virus). History World AIDS Day was first observed in 1988, and it has since become an annual event to: 1. Raise awareness about HIV/AIDS 2. Reduce stigma and discrimination 3. Promote education, prevention, and treatment Facts and Statistics 1. 38 million people live with HIV/AIDS worldwide (2022 estimates). 2. 1.5 million people die from AIDS-related illnesses each year. 3. 79% of people living with HIV/AIDS are in low- and middle-income countries. 4. Undetectable = Untransmittable (U=U): People with HIV who achieve and maintain an undetectable viral load cannot transmit the virus to others. Prevention and Treatment 1. Safe sex practices: Use condoms and practice safe sex to reduce the risk of HIV transmission. 2. HIV testing: Get tested regularly to know your HIV status. 3. Antiretroviral therapy (ART): Effective treatment for HIV/AIDS, which can suppress the virus and prevent transmission. 4. Pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP): A medication that can prevent HIV infection in people who are at high risk. The 2024 theme is "Take the Rights Path: My Health, My Right!" WHO appeals to leaders and citizens worldwide to take action toward addressing inequalities that bar the realization of the end of AIDS and to assert the right to health of all. #worldaidsday #snsinstitutions #snsdesignthinker

# HIV Prevention ### Gilead Shot Prevents All HIV Cases in Trial According to a recent trial, a Gilead Sciences Inc. shot has shown to prevent all HIV cases in African women. The trial, which was conducted in partnership with the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases, involved 3,600 women in sub-Saharan Africa. The shot, known as lenacalimab, targets CD4 cells, which are the primary target of HIV. It has been shown to be highly effective in preventing HIV infections in women, with 100% of participants remaining HIV-free after receiving the shot. This breakthrough could potentially lead to a new avenue for preventing HIV transmission, especially among women in areas where the virus is prevalent. Further research is needed to confirm the results and explore the long-term safety and efficacy of the shot. #HIVPrevention #Gilead #Lenacalimab #AfricanWomen #PublicHealth #MedicalBreakthrough Source: https://lnkd.in/gFtr8Mwj Update Date: 2024-07-14T19:09:55Z

Immunocompromised individuals who become infected with the #sarscov2 virus are at a higher risk for severe #COVID19. Whether human immunodeficiency virus (#HIV) is itself a risk factor for increased COVID-19 infection or severe outcomes is unclear. While those with HIV may be at risk for more severe COVID-19 outcomes due to a variety of factors such as immunosuppression, comorbidities, or social determinants of health, people whose HIV is well-controlled and who have access to vaccines and COVID-19 treatments may have similar outcomes to those without HIV. A study led by Harvard Pilgrim Health Care Institute investigators assessed whether people with HIV in Massachusetts had more severe COVID-19 outcomes compared to those without HIV. They used data from the Electronic medical record Support for Public Health (ESP). Overall, the study team found that people with HIV who had low CD4 T-cell counts had worse COVID-19 outcomes compared to people without HIV. Outcomes for those with high CD4 counts were similar to, or better than, those without HIV. Read the study in #JAIDS: Journal of Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome: https://buff.ly/49Jvsu3

PEP (Post Exposure Prophylaxis) and PREP (Pre Exposure prophylaxis). Do you know the difference between PEP (Post Exposure Prophylaxis) and PREP (Pre Exposure prophylaxis)? Both PEP and PREP are HIV prevention medication used by Persons who have been confirmed to be HIV Negative. They're used to protect the HIV negative persons from contracting HIV. PEP - Must be initiated within 72 hours after a recent possible exposure to HIV, but the sooner you start PEP, the better. Every hour counts. If you’re prescribed PEP, you’ll need to take it once or twice daily for 28 days. PREP- Medicine people at ongoing risk for HIV take to prevent getting HIV from sex or injection drug use. For instance a victim of rape will be prescribed PEP while a discordant couple (Couple whose one partner is HIV Negative and another is HIV Positive with unknown or detectable viral load) will be prescribed PREP. All these medications are readily available at your nearest health facility. Let's work together to end new HIV infection. #EndAIDS2030 #HIVBasics #PEPFAR #nationalhivconference2024 #pepfarnigeria #pepfarat21 #HelpEndHIV #communityengagement Executive Director YOSACA.

#ICYMI! In partnership with the World Health Organization, Friends of the Global Fight Against AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria , and The Global Network of People Living with HIV (GNP+), PATH hosted the “From UHC2030 to sustained HIV services: How strengthened primary health care systems are the key to getting us there” webinar. The panel was comprised of thought leaders in this space, including Andy Seale, Dr. Yvette Kisaka from Ministry of Health, Kenya, George Siberry from USAID, Chris Collins, Jaime Atienza Azcona, Florence Riako Anam, and Kimberly Green   #Integration—an integral component of #personcentered approaches—has been shown to improve service access, overall uptake and continuity, #health outcomes, and efficiencies, and has been identified as a core strategy for sustaining the #HIV response by and beyond 2030. The webinar considered the extent to which HIV services have been integrated with #primaryhealthcare to ensure HIV services remain available, accessible, affordable, and delivered with quality as part of as part of #universalhealthcoverage health system reforms.    Learn more about the webinar here: https://lnkd.in/eugKs5yU