Living with HIV presents unique challenges, particularly as it relates to maintaining a strong immune system, which is crucial for overall ... Read More
HIV/AIDS
5 RARE Symptoms of HIV & How to Beat Them!
If you or someone you know has HIV, you’re probably well aware of the problems it can cause. From the flu-like conditions of the acute stage ... Read More
HIV and Diabetes: The Link Black People Need to Know
As medical care evolves, doctors are starting to see a link between HIV and type 2 diabetes. While the research is ongoing, studies show ... Read More
These 3 Black Voices Are Leading the Fight Against HIV in the South
The fight against HIV and AIDS continues to evolve, with major progress in care and awareness. However, health disparities persist, ... Read More
HIV Prevention Takes Center Stage at Alabama State University’s Homecoming
In an inspiring and community-driven effort, Alabama State University (ASU) partnered with ViiV Healthcare during its 2024 Homecoming to ... Read More
3 Reasons Black Women Are At Higher Risk For Developing STIs
Listen, we all know STIs are no laughing matter and are taken very seriously by many. In 2023 alone, there were 1.3 million people newly ... Read More
HIV is On the Rise Among Black Americans. Clinical Trials Can Change That
The global HIV/AIDS pandemic began in 1981 and remains an ongoing public health issue worldwide. The CDC reported that African/Black ... Read More
Do These Things Cause HIV? 6 False Causes of HIV
We’ve all heard of HIV, or Human Immunodeficiency Virus. But did you know, despite the general awareness among the public, there are still ... Read More
This PrEP Clinical Trial Puts Black Women at the Forefront
The PURPOSE 1 study offers a beacon of hope in the fight against HIV, particularly for Black American women who are disproportionately ... Read More
10 States with the Highest STD Rates
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (C.D.C.) released its latest Sexually Transmitted Disease Surveillance Report along with new ... Read More
How Safe Is Oral Sex?
When it comes to HIV, not all acts of sex are equal. Some of them carry a greater risk of passing on the virus than others. While oral sex ... Read More
15 HIV Symptoms that Look Like Something Else
Within a month or two of HIV entering the body, 40% to 90% of people experience flulike symptoms known as acute retroviral syndrome ... Read More