HIV/AIDS Stories
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Good News Now, and Maybe Later, for HIV Patients
Two new HIV treatments hold great promise: one replaces the daily hill of pills, and another that may eventually lead to disease prevention. -
Certain Transgender Groups Get Tested Most For HIV
Researchers have found that some transgender people get three times as many HIV tests than others. -
Why Insurance Denied A Gay Man Anti-HIV Truvada PrEP
A gay man was denied Truvada PrEP medication on the grounds that his homosexual behavior was too "high risk." -
PrEP May Prevent HIV Infection Even When Not Used Daily
A new study says that the medication used to prevent HIV infection could be effective even when not used daily, as currently advised. -
HIV Antibody Treatment Holds Off Virus For More Than A Year
Results from an ongoing trial show that broadly neutralizing antibodies are keeping HIV infections at bay for longer periods of time. -
Bacteria On Your Penis Could Increase HIV Risk
New research suggests that having more anaerobic bacteria on the penis may increase a man's risk of contracting HIV. -
HIV-Prevention Ring Found Safe For Teen Girls
New preventative treatment for HIV shown safe in young girls. -
South African Girl Still Functionally Cured Of HIV
A young girl born HIV positive in South Africa continues to have low viral loads despite not taking any antiretroviral drugs. -
HIV-Positive Men Can Have HIV-Free Babies Via 'Sperm Washing'
CDC officials approve "sperm washing" as an effective technique for couples with a different HIV status to have a safe and successful pregnancy. -
Can This New Test Detect Dormant HIV?
A newly developed test may provide a faster and cheaper way to detect dormant HIV cells. -
HIV Patients Are Living Longer Than Ever Before Thanks To Improved Drugs
A new study has found that HIV patients are living longer and healthier lives than ever before thanks to innovations in medical treatments. -
HIV Infections May Cause Brain Damage And Learning Difficulties
New research has found that untreated or limited treated HIV infections in young adult patients may lead to disrupted brain structures and poor cognitive abilities.
