HIV/AIDS

Being HIV positive is not a piece of easy news to break to your family or friends. The condition comes with its own set of preconceived notions, and hence can make the conversation tougher than you think. In addition, being a parent with HIV is a difficult situation to be in. Especially if you are […]

One of the ways to prevent the spread of HIV is being more informed about it. And one important piece of information is knowing how quickly can HIV be transmitted, and how it gets transmitted from one person to another. How is HIV transmitted? Before we get to answering how quickly can HIV be transmitted, we first […]

People can easily get infected with HIV. But with regard to how quickly it progresses, it varies based on the HIV signs and symptoms timeline. Being aware of the HIV signs and symptoms timeline allows people to become more informed of what happens to a person’s body if they get infected with the disease. HIV Signs and […]

The spread of the Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) is a global health concern. And as of 2018, an estimated 77,000 adults and children are considered as people living with HIV (PLHIV) in the Philippines. While recent case studies have shown promising results, there is no definitive cure for HIV or AIDS. Available treatments such as […]

While much has been done to spread awareness and prevention, the rate of HIV transmission in the country is still alarming. Learn more about HIV Testing in the Philippines and treatments that are available. How Does HIV Attack the Body? The human immunodeficiency virus (HV) is the causative agent of HIV infection. It infects the immune system […]

Finding treatments for HIV has been made easier by technology and new treatment methods. The Philippines is quite strong in its anti-HIV drive with information drives and its mandated antiretroviral (ARV) treatment methods. This helps reduce complications brought about by HIV. Learn more about ARV in the Philippines.  https://hellodoctor.com.ph/sexual-wellness/hiv-aids/how-hiv-affects-body/ Changing Trends According to the Department of Health, HIV […]

Not everyone who has HIV will have AIDS. But everyone who has AIDS has HIV.  It’s not uncommon to be confused between HIV and AIDS. Some people think that they are one and the same. Though there are similarities, there is a difference between HIV and AIDS. The Difference Between HIV and AIDS HIV stands for […]

HIV misconceptions in the Philippines still run rampant. Why is this exactly?  To improve HIV awareness in the Philippines, we must establish facts about the condition. With knowledge of new treatments, many who have HIV can lead long and healthy lives.  According to the World Health Organization (WHO), the Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) works by weakening […]

The word “pandemic” has become a hot topic yet again, what with the recent viral outbreak that has spread across the world. But what many people do not realize is that the world has been living under the shadow of one of the deadliest pandemics in human history. And this is the HIV/AIDS pandemic. How […]