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HIV Stigma: Effects of harmful myths and what can be done

1 December 2021 by Admin

The social stigma around HIV often leads to gossip, resentment, rejection, bullying, abuse, and harassment. (Photo source: Reuters) By Dr. Sunitha Mahesh, The stigmas associated with HIV The stigma associated with HIV is age-old and has led to forming various prejudices and discrimination against people living with this condition. These prejudices date back to the … Read more

HIV: Getting Past the Fear

11 May 2021 by Admin

Nearly 1.2 million people in the U.S. live with HIV. But research shows that more than 160,000 of them are not aware of their status. According to the CDC, nearly 40% of new HIV infections are transmitted by people who don’t know they have the virus. For many, there are several reasons that may hold … Read more