Hey there Guys. Today I was struck by two news articles that really resonated with me and why I believe that rapid HIV testing is so important. First was an article from The Detroit News that really broke my heart. A young gay 14 year old teen came out to his mother and confessed that he had been having unprotected sex. She came through the door with her 14-year-old son … [Read more...] about Why I Believe Rapid HIV Testing Is Vital
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Rise in Counterfeit Condoms in the UK
News from the UK of an increase in counterfeit condoms being imported from the east. The government's health regulator has warned there are a rising number of counterfeit condoms being smuggled into to the UK. The Medicines and Healthcare products Regulation Agency (MHRA) claims millions have been illegally imported in the last 18 months. Family planning experts say the … [Read more...] about Rise in Counterfeit Condoms in the UK
Further News On Victorian Rapid HIV Testing
Further to the announcement of Victoria being the first Australian state to offer rapid HIV testing, AFAO (The Australian Federation of AIDS Organisations) has announced that community-based rapid HIV testing is planned to be available from July 2013. The trial, which is expected to by up and running by July 2013, is the result a partnership between the Department of Health … [Read more...] about Further News On Victorian Rapid HIV Testing
Scientists hail ‘potential cure for AIDS’
Some interesting news today in HIV treatment research.A colleague from my old alma mater has reported new research that may help HIV treatments in the future. Scientists from the Queensland Institute of Medical Research say they have made a breakthrough that could lead to a potential cure for AIDS. Associate Professor David Harrich says they have discovered how to modify a … [Read more...] about Scientists hail ‘potential cure for AIDS’
Victoria first to offer rapid HIV testing
Great new in Australia with Victoria being the first state to offer rapid HIV testing. By far the biggest advantage is results being in just 20 minutes. As reported in The Age: VICTORIA will become the first state to offer rapid HIV testing - where results are known almost immediately - under a Baillieu government push to reduce infection rates. With state figures showing … [Read more...] about Victoria first to offer rapid HIV testing