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Four Decades into HIV: Prevention Remains Key
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As the world marks 40 years as the initial HIV diagnosis, proactive
prevention strategies are still at the forefront of managing the virus.
Forty years after the first reported case of HIV in 1985, “active
prevention” remains the cornerstone of managing the human
immunodeficiency virus (HIV).
The Ongoing Fight Against HIV
Despite important advancements in treatment, preventing new infections
is crucial in curbing the spread of HIV.
“Active prevention remains the cornerstone of managing the human
immunodeficiency virus (HIV).”
Prevention Strategies
effective prevention methods include widespread testing, education, adn
access to pre-exposure prophylaxis (prep).
Sources
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Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC):
What is HIV? -
World Health Association (WHO):
HIV/AIDS Fact Sheet -
UNAIDS:
Global HIV & AIDS statistics – 2023 fact sheet
