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New Research Could Help the Immune System Fight HIV

New Research

Scientists are exploring new ways to help the body’s immune system find and destroy cells infected with HIV. Researchers are studying a new type of drug that may make HIV-infected cells easier for the immune system to recognise. This research could one day become part […]

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Fiji Faces a Rapid Rise in HIV

Fiji Faces a Rapid Rise in HIV

Fiji is experiencing a rapid increase in HIV. New research presented at the 2026 International AIDS Conference shows how quickly an HIV epidemic can grow when people face barriers to testing, treatment and HIV prevention. Fiji has a population of less than one million people. […]

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Australia’s fight against HIV

Australia has made great progress in preventing HIV and supporting people living with HIV. New HIV diagnoses have fallen over time. Australia is also getting closer to the goal of eliminating HIV transmission as a public health issue. But we are not there yet. HIV […]

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Australia’s HIV Response

Australia’s HIV Response

Australia has made great progress in preventing and treating HIV. Today, HIV treatment helps people living with HIV live long and healthy lives. When HIV treatment keeps the virus at an undetectable level, HIV cannot be passed on through sex. PrEP also gives people a […]

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WHAT IS EARLY HIV INFECTION?

What is early HIV infection?

Early HIV infection is the time just after someone has been exposed to HIV. It is also called acute or primary HIV infection. During this stage, HIV spreads quickly in the body. The immune system is still learning how to respond, so the virus can […]

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