Women now make up half of all people living with HIV worldwide. Among women, minorities, particularly African Americans, are hit by the vast majority of AIDS cases. These women are suffering from rates of HIV infection 10 to 20 times those of white women. AIDS is one of the leading causes of death among women aged 25-44 years. This collection of articles focuses on women and HIV and what they need to know to stay healthy.
World AIDS Day is December 1. This annual global event is dedicated to remembering the victims of AIDS, learning more about the devastating effects of the disease around the world, and reaffirming the commitment to fight it. This year's event is dedicated to women and their fight against HIV.
Understanding PAP exams is important if women are to stay healthy. This quick tip will help you better understand PAP exams
The HIV risk to women who have sex with women appears to be remote. Just the same, there are circumstances where women who have sex with women are at risk.
For couples living with HIV, sperm washing may be the safest method to conceive a child. Is it the answer to your prayers?
Living with HIV does not mean a woman can't start a family. This feature provides you with information you need to know before becoming pregnant.
We all know breastfeeding is beneficial for both the baby and mom. But what are the risks of breastfeeding when living with certain medical conditions such as HIV, Hepatitis B & C, and herpes?
Can a woman breastfeed if she suffers from genital herpes? You would be surprised by the answer.
Safer sex for lesbians and bisexual women is a way to protect yourself from contracting or transmitting sexually transmitted diseases. But what exactly is safer sex? And how can you be sure you are protected? Check out this article from About's Lesbian Life Guide Kathy Belge.
Many sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) are out there, including chlamydia, gonorrhea, and HIV/AIDS. It is extremely important for you and your partner to protect yourselves. Women's Health Guide Tracee Cornforth talks about making safe choices.
Women's Health Guide Tracee Cornforth answers questions about women and HIV/AIDS.
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