HIV Cure

Second patient declared ‘cured of HIV’ after staying virus-free for 30 months

According to researchers, this patient received stem cells from a donor with a relatively rare genetic mutation that confers resistance to HIV.
Human trials for long-lasting HIV vaccine to start soon

Researchers in China will soon start human trials of a long lasting HIV vaccine. This is the first HIV vaccine to undergo 2nd phase human trials.
Living with HIV? Here are some tips to follow

If you are living with HIV, here are some tips that may help you cope with this condition effectively.
HIV infection may soon be curable

A treatment for the HIV virus may be here soon, reveals a recent study. While we tell you all about the new-found possibility of cure, read on to know how you can care for yourself if you are suffering from HIV.
Researchers find new clues to control HIV

An international team of researchers is harnessing the immune system to reveal new clues that may help in efforts to produce an HIV vaccine.
Researchers develop new tool to measure success of HIV cure strategies

A new study has found a way to accurately and easily count the cells that comprise the HIV reservoir. This will enable researchers, a way to clearly understand whether their strategies are working.
Expert Speak: Beat the stigma associated with HIV/AIDS

HIV testing is pivotal in ensuring that the ailment is detected early and the persons infected with the virus can have longer, productive lives. Dr. Swati Rajagopal, Consultant-Infectious Disease, Aster CMI, sheds light on the topic in this article.
Scientists develop new cell phone-based tool to detect HIV

An affordable, simple tool has been designed by the researchers that make HIV testing and monitoring possible for individuals in developing countries with less access to medical care.
This affordable cellphone-based tool can detect HIV

Researchers have come up with a portable and low-cost mobile diagnostic tool, utilising a cellphone and nanotechnology, which can help detect HIV viruses and examine their management in resource-limited regions. Know more about this.
Only one antiretroviral therapy centre in Haryana for 10k AIDS patients

There is only one antiretroviral therapy (ART) centre in Haryana state for treating around 10,739 AIDS/HIV positive patients. The therapy centre is located in Rothak.
Did you know? This new HIV therapy can boost immunity

Used in combination with existing HIV medications, the drug is a promising strategy for patients who have run out of effective treatment options, the researchers at Yale University said.
Did you know? This antibody stops the body to fight HIV

The research was led by scientists in the Laboratory of Immunoregulation and the Laboratory of Immunogenetics at the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID), part of the National Institutes of Health.
53% of HIV patients in Maharashtra who have stopped treatment are missing, says report

More than half of total HIV positive patients undergoing treatment at government centres could not be traced according to a Maharashtra State AIDS Control Society (MSACS) report and the doctors believe they might spread it to others besides increasing their own health risks.
Parliamentary committee notifies health ministry to speed up setting of ART centres for HIV patients

The Parliamentary committee on petitions have asked the health ministry to boost up the process of establishing PPP based antiretroviral therapy (ART) centres for improved treatment towards HIV infected patients including those who are poor, orphans and destitute.
Computer simulations can accurately predict HIV spread

The computer simulations are now proven to be successful in tracking the virus's movements through populations.
AIDS treatment: New antibodies may protect against HIV

A new study has zeroed in on a new defence against HIV-1, the virus that causes AIDS.
People with HIV infection twice at risk of heart disease? Answers study

According to a global study, HIV infection doubles the risk of heart disease.
HIV pill may not be as potent and helpful in barring the disease

To overcome barriers, researchers have outlined a solution.
Struggle for education by HIV infected

HIV stigma in Nepal: Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) needs to be discussed.
HIV/AIDS: A health crisis in Afghanistan

At a science session on Saturday, the government officials and former Jihadi leaders discussed the HIV/AIDS spread, prevention and control in Afghanistan.