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Common types of illnesses associated with HIV

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AIDS-defining illnesses

WEBCertain serious and life-threatening diseases that occur in HIV-positive people are called "AIDS-defining" illnesses. When a person gets one of these illnesses, he or she is …

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Treatment Decisions for HIV

WEBTreatment Decisions. HIV is a virus that can multiply quickly in your body and damage your immune system. Your immune system is what allows your body to fight off infections and …

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Coping with HIV: Fear and Anxiety

WEBYou also may be afraid of telling people — friends, family members, and others — that you have HIV. Fear can make your heart beat faster or make it hard for you to sleep. Anxiety …

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Coping with HIV: Mental Health

WEBMental health refers to the overall well-being of a person, including a person's mood, emotions, cognition and behavior.. Many people have strong reactions when they find …

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About the VA National HIV Website

WEBVA HIV Care. The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is the largest single provider of medical care to people with HIV in the United States. VA's efforts in this area are led by …

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Getting an HIV Diagnosis--Your Next Steps: Entire Lesson

WEBStarting HIV medications early is one of the best ways to take care of your health. This guide will take you through the steps you need to take to protect your health: …

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Nutrition and Exercise

WEBNutrition and Exercise. Nutrition is important for everyone because food gives our bodies the nutrients needed to stay healthy, grow, and work properly. HIV causes the immune …

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Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV)

WEBIn 2019, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) released an ambitious plan to end new HIV infections in the U.S. by 2030. HHS plans to target resources to the …

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FAQ: Should I be afraid to take PrEP

WEBPrEP is highly effective if it is used correctly and consistently. But, it is not 100% effective. So it is recommended that you use condoms or other methods of reducing HIV risk at …

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National HIV Awareness Campaigns

WEBHIV awareness days are perfect times for talking about prevention, testing and treatment. Please read and share the resources below. Together, we can end the HIV epidemic. …

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HIV Online Courses

WEBHIV Online Courses. This site provides interactive, case-based modules related to the clinical care of HIV, as well as HIV prevention. Developed by the University of …

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VA Clinical Public Health Programs: HIV/AIDS: What does the test …

WEBAn HIV test determines whether you have been infected with HIV. When you get infected with HIV, the virus replicates itself and spreads through the body, and your body …

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Sex and Sexuality for People with HIV

WEBThe most sensitive areas where these fluids are risky are in the vagina or anus and rectum (ass). The protective tissue there is thin, and is easily torn, which makes it easier for the …

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CD4 count (or T-cell test)

WEBCD4 cells (also known as CD4+ T cells) are white blood cells that fight infection. CD4 cell count is an indicator of immune function in patients living with HIV and one of the key …

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PrEP Information Sheet

WEBPrEP was tested in several large studies with men who have sex with men, men who have sex with women, and women who have sex with men. All people in these studies (1) …

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Integrated Mental Health Care

WEBIntegrating mental health services into HIV clinical care settings can take many forms. Ojikutu et al. (2014) have emphasized the following aspects for successful models of …

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HIV-Related Infections and Cancers: Entire Lesson

WEBHowever, HIV-related KS usually develops only in people with relatively advanced HIV disease. Symptoms include brown, purple, or pink lesions (or blotches) on the skin, …

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Gay and Bisexual Men and Men Who Have Sex with Men

WEBCommunity Provider Toolkit: Lesbian, Gay, and Bisexual Veterans Educational tools developed by Department of Veterans Affairs for community-based health care …

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