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HIV/AIDS
AIDS Q&A 2014: Are Blacks Still Suffering The Most?
The HIV/AIDS epidemic in the African American community made its "debut" in the early 1980's and is entering its third decade as one of this ... Read More
The HIV Home Test: How Accurate Is It Really?
In July of 2012, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved the first home test kit for HIV infection. Individuals can purchase ... Read More
Magic Johnson: At-Home HIV Test Is “A Game-Changer”
According to Earvin "Magic" Johnson, his decision to endorse OraQuick, the first FDA-approved home HIV test, comes from what he knows ... Read More
Positive & Pregnant: How To Keep Yourself & Your Baby Healthy
Well, as you suspected, your pregnancy test is positive. Congratulations! Pregnancy can be an exciting time, and a really wonderful ... Read More
Stribild Once-A-Day HIV Pill Approved By FDA
Stribild, a new drug to treat HIV infection, was recently approved by the FDA. The once-a-day, single dose pill combines two previously ... Read More
PrEP: The Latest HIV Prevention Strategy
HIV drugs have long been used to prevent new infections in HIV-negative individuals. Like what you're reading? Then LIKE us on ... Read More
Cancer Drug May Help Destroy HIV Cells
Researchers may have discovered a way to use a particular cancer drug to help better identify, and potentially kill, cells infected with ... Read More
Can I Get HIV From Visiting My Doctor Or Dentist?
People often wonder if going to the doctor or dentist poses any HIV risks, particularly when needles or other medical tools are used as part ... Read More
Black AIDS Institute Applauds FDA Approval Of PrEP
The Black AIDS Institute recently announced its support of the FDA's decision to approve use of the antiretroviral drug Truvada as an option ... Read More
FDA Approves Home HIV Test
Federal health officials have approved the first at-home test to detect HIV, the virus that causes AIDS. This test is the first and only ... Read More
The ER: How To Tell If You Really Need To Go
Going to the emergency room has become a trend in the United States. More and more people are heading to emergency rooms rather than urgent ... Read More