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You’ve tested HIV-negative! Well done for taking control of your sexual health. But this is just the beginning. Here’s how to stay negative and avoid common mistakes

Gay men and other men who have sex with men have a heightened risk of HIV – not because of who they are, but because of stigma and discrimination and a lack of access to services

Ideologically-driven sexual and reproductive health policymaking is fuelling distrust in the global health system among marginalised communities

Misunderstandings about antiretroviral (ARV) side effects stop some people with HIV from taking them. Here, we separate fact from fiction so you can help your patients stay on treatment

Festus Kisa is a Social Worker from Kenya. He shares how peer education and community-led support are helping to challenge HIV stigma and empower young people to take control of their health

The U.S. funding freeze has disrupted HIV programs in Zimbabwe. This leaves PrEP users and key populations at high risk of HIV infection more than others

HIV-positive workers in Southern Africa face stigma and discrimination in the workplace, forcing them into job insecurity. This story explores the challenges and urgent need for workplace inclusion

Self-stigma can cause shame and isolation for people living with HIV. Your support can help them regain confidence, seek treatment, and live positively. Here is how to offer meaningful support

Africa carries 20% of the global disease burden and majorly relies on foreign assistance for health. But with worrying shifts in foreign aid, we need increased domestic funding for health

Young women and girls face high HIV risk, partly due to challenges in negotiating condom use. This blog explores how community educators can empower them to negotiate for safer sex

Uganda is on track in the fight against HIV/AIDS, with efforts enhanced by the rollout of long-acting Cabotegravir (LA-CAB). The country is set to receive its first dose in February 2025

Results from twice-yearly PrEP injection trial with cisgender women suggests it is a highly effective HIV prevention option

Deciding whether to share your HIV status can be overwhelming. The process of making this decision should be shaped by what feels right for your own wellbeing and in some cases, that of the people you

Bringing an end to HIV stigma isn’t just for governments or organisations - it’s down to all of us to do something about it.

Taking HIV treatment every day can be hard. If you or someone you know is finding it hard to stay consistent, don’t worry–there are ways to make adherence easier

Testing positive for HIV can feel like a lonely place to be. If a friend trusts you with their diagnosis, your support can make a big difference