“HIV Remission” what does this mean?

“HIV Remission” what does this mean?

HIV remission. The word “remission” is defined as a temporary diminution of the severity of a disease or pain. Thus, if someone who has been diagnosed with a serious disease such as HIV is in remission, or if the disease has been controlled, by implication, the person...
How far are we in finding a cure for HIV?

How far are we in finding a cure for HIV?

As advanced as science and technology is throughout the world, there is currently no cure for HIV. Yet, there are many clinical studies and trials that are dedicated to researching and discovering a cure for HIV. The current antiretroviral treatments allow people...
New Single Dosage HIV treatment

New Single Dosage HIV treatment

Single Dosage HIV treatment: South Africa has millions of people living with HIV.  Thus far the treatment offered to HIV positive patients has been expensive and patients were administered several antiretroviral tablets a day. The South African government’s HIV...
Managing your HIV positive status

Managing your HIV positive status

If you have tested positive for HIV you may feel angry, depressed and alone.  The reality is that you will accept the disease and you will realise that there are millions of HIV positive people who are living a normal life. Your focus should be on how you can manage...