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By Mark Cichocki, R.N., About.com Guide to AIDS / HIV since 1999

How's your community doing?

Thursday July 31, 2003
As the epidemic continues, the numbers tell the true extent and success of our war. How is your community doing in its fight against HIV and AIDS? Read More

What are all these test?

Wednesday July 30, 2003
Have you ever wonder what all those blood tests are for. Take a look at these lab fact sheets.

The Top 10 Signs, Symptoms, and Solutions

Monday July 28, 2003
For many, HIV goes unnoticed for years, free of symptoms are associated illnesses. But there are symptoms one should be aware of that may point to HIV. Read More

Tracing the Roots of HIV

Saturday July 26, 2003
Scientists have now traced HIV back to the African bush and have linked it to monkeys. USA Today reporter Steven Sternberg reports on the origins of HIV and how it ... Read More

New Treatment Guidelines

Sunday July 20, 2003
As we learn more about HIV and AIDS, our treatment strategies must change as well. At one time the rule was hit them hard and hit them fast. But we ... Read More

Which Condoms are Right For You?

Friday July 18, 2003
We all know the use of condoms is an absolute necessity in order to keep you and your partner safe and healthy. But how do you choose the right condom? ... Read More

We are positive...do we need to use condoms?

Tuesday July 15, 2003
Scientists meeting this week in Paris agree that HIV reinfection is a dangerous problem that is becoming more frequent among people who are HIV infected. "Superinfection" of HIV positive people ... Read More

The Epidemic Continues...Why?

Friday July 11, 2003
The epidemic continues at a steady pace. Among some groups, the rate of infection is actually rising. Recent data from the CDC shows that intravenous drug users are one such ... Read More

Share Your Personal Triumphs

Friday July 11, 2003
All too often we only hear the depressing and sad stories of people living with HIV. But people are fighting this disease and they are winning...everyday! Let us hear your ... Read More

FDA Approves Two New HIV Drugs

Thursday July 3, 2003
July has seen the approval of two new HIV drugs. Reyataz (atazanavir) and Emtriva (emtricitabine). Take a look at the facts about these two medications and review our new fact ... Read More

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