Hey there Guys, Today I wanted to share a story from the Star Observer of a Sydney man that was refused PEP (post exposure prophylaxis) after a potential expose to HIV. A gay Sydney man was denied access to preventative medication by a major hospital despite being at-risk of contracting HIV. 30-year old Sydney resident Stephen*, whose name has been changed, had unprotected sex … [Read more...] about Sydney Man Refused PEP
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Rapid HIV testing approved in Australia
Fantastic news today in Australia with the Federal Health Minister announcing that rapid HIV testing will become available in Australia. A REVOLUTIONARY on-the-spot HIV screening will produce a result about a person's status within half an hour. A new rapid HIV testing kit will increase the number of people being tested for the disease and reduce the risk of transmission, … [Read more...] about Rapid HIV testing approved in Australia
Doctors Harness HIV To Fight Cancer
Hey there guys. Today I read this interesting news on how HIV has been modified to fight a form of blood cancer. HIV has lead to many significant developments in medical treatments however its ability to mutate and penetrate immune system cells has always been an obstacle. Harnessing this power makes for an interesting new treatment for immune system cancers. Ill be watching … [Read more...] about Doctors Harness HIV To Fight Cancer
A Story For World AIDS Day 2012
Hey there Guys. This year for World AIDS Day I wanted to create something a little different. For the past few years I have shared videos that talk about the many issues that people living with HIV are currently facing. Today I wanted to take a slightly different tact. Don't get me wrong, HIV is still a huge global issue. Nations in Africa are still being devastated by … [Read more...] about A Story For World AIDS Day 2012
Man’s HIV Status Outed At Recording Of Judge Mathis Show
Today I was contacted by a good friend who recently participated in the recording of an episode of the reality show "Judge Mathis". For readers outside of the USA, the Judge Mathis show is a live action "court room" reality show in a similar style to Judge Judy or The People's Court. My friend Craig (name changed to protect the identity of his partner) has reported that as part … [Read more...] about Man’s HIV Status Outed At Recording Of Judge Mathis Show