Events in August update
The Pozhet and Western Sydney Haven event is coming up in Blacktown on the 30th August. (see events) Have […]
The Pozhet and Western Sydney Haven event is coming up in Blacktown on the 30th August. (see events) Have […]
Did you know that the NSW Enhanced Medication Scheme (EMA) allows you to have your HIV medications delivered to your home, work, or a pharmacy of your choice? Positive Life NSW have some updated information about this scheme. (more…)
Anyone interested in a free course about social media and internet shopping have a look at this leaflet. Its […]
People with HIV who have good Vitamin D levels respond better to HIV treatment than people with low Vitamin D.
Researchers from the PEARL study (Prospective Evaluation of Antiretrovirals in Resource Limited Settings) found that people who had low Vitamin D levels had faster HIV disease progression than those with good levels of Vitamin D. (more…)
The online edition of the US Journal of Infectious Diseases (on AIDSmap) reports that high concentrations of HIV treatment (ART) were found in the vaginal secretions of women in a study. The findings support the use of ART to prevent sexual transmission of HIV.
The investigators wanted to see if ART had any effect on HIV in vaginal secretions, particularly during menstruation.