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High cost and lack of access thwart take-up of the dapivirine vaginal ring, an HIV prevention tool. We discuss the barriers to eliminating #HIV in the latest episode of Africa Science Focus. Listen:

👉 According to the latest UNAIDS 2022 report, there were approximately 130,000 new HIV infections among children under the age of five. 🔎 #IrsiCaixa researchers have contributed to the identification of South African male children with vertical transmission of #HIV, who controlled their viremia despite unscheduled complete discontinuation of antiretroviral therapy. 💡 Resistance to interferon (IFN-I) and viral replication capacity are possible underlying mechanisms. 📌 These data suggest that viremic control may occur in some infants with in utero-acquired HIV infection after early initiation of treatment, and may be associated with sex differences in innate immunity. ✍ The research has been published ahead of print in Nature Medicine: https://lnkd.in/dkwQizFT

Professor Eduard Sanders used his close to 20 years longitudinal dataset from Kenya to demonstrate that Acute HIV infection (AHI) has been consistent at ~3% among HIV patients even though HIV prevalence has been significantly reduced. Together with other data, such as AHI has at least one log higher viral load and AHI contributes 30% to 60% new HIV infections, the study illustrated the importance of identifying and treating AHI patients. #AIDS2024 #AHI #HIV

West, Central Africa Needs $2.2bn To End HIV/AIDS By 2030 – UNAIDS. West and Central Africa needs $2.2 billion to eliminate HIV/AIDS by 2030, despite progress in .... Read more; https://lnkd.in/grJHNurF #HIV/AIDS, #WestAfrica, #UNAIDS, #health, #epidemic, #adolescents

🌟 Breaking barriers for PrEP access! With CDC support, NASTAD is expanding TelePrEP in EHE jurisdictions to ensure everyone can access this critical HIV prevention tool. Learn how we're using online learning and collaboration to help EHE jurisdictions strengthen & expand their TelePrEP services and bridge gaps in access to this life-saving medication: https://lnkd.in/gCNHgaav #EHEsuccess #TelePrEP 😊👏📚

#SharingMyReserachOnSSTETS. #HomedeliveryofantiretroviraltoHIVclientsadmistcovid19andinsecuritychallengesarandomizedcontrolledtrial. DOI: 10.26502/jppch.74050090 This study explored the successes recorded in the fight against HIV and great setbacks was seen as a result of challenges due to insecurity and COVID -19 pandemic. In 2019 access to antiretroviral was affected due to insecurity and COVID 19 challenges in the country and these disruption patterns reversed the progress made in the fight against HIV. A randomized control trial was done in 2019 to 2023 and it explored the feasibility of the delivery of antiretroviral medication to patients’ home. At the end of the study, patients' viral load were supressed. They were satisfied with the delivery model and were willing to pay for it.  #SSETS #ForeignCommonwealthandDevelopmentOffice, #LancasterUniversity, #Britishcouncil,#NigeriaUniversityCommision #EnuguStateUniversityofScienceandTechnology #ChikeAnibueze #AkanimoOdon #ViolaAkhigbe

Did you know that having another STI increases your risk of contracting HIV? Check out this article to find out more about the latest updates in STI prevention efforts: https://lnkd.in/gG6yMe3A

A new WHO report highlights significant public health challenges posed by HIV, viral hepatitis, and STIs, causing 2.5 million deaths annually. Key findings include a rise in adult syphilis infections, reaching 8 million in 2022, and increases in multi-resistant gonorrhea and viral hepatitis cases. Despite challenges, there are gains in expanding services: -19 countries validated for eliminating mother-to-child transmission of HIV/syphilis. -HIV treatment coverage at 76%, with 93% achieving suppressed viral loads. -Botswana and Namibia making strides towards eliminating HIV. The report emphasizes the need for cross-cutting investment, addressing stigma, and expanding primary prevention and treatment. Read the full report and recommendations for achieving 2030 targets. #PublicHealth #HIV #STIs #Hepatitis #WHO #HealthcareInnovation #GlobalHealth Learn more:https://lnkd.in/e2djJiVG

HIV and STI testing should be done a minimum of once per year and more if you are at higher risk. Regular HIV/STI Testing is considered ESSENTIAL in maintaining not just our health but also our partner's. And no, it's not something to be embarrassed about, but an act of responsible self-care. Let's smash the stigma together and make regular HIV/STI testing a normal, routine activity. Your action can inspire others and create a ripple of change that leads to healthier communities. So remember, prevention is the best cure! HCAI patients, call today to book an appointment. Not an HCAI patient? Click this link & scroll to the bottom to find an HIV testing site near you https://lnkd.in/evrEMYya

The late diagnosis of HIV can cause increased morbidity and mortality. NES has launched the first of our HIV transmission elimination modules, Recognition and Diagnosis of HIV. Learn more here https://lnkd.in/e_V7tq2F #HIVtesting #HIVeducation #HIVindicatorconditions