HIV/Aids News

Freeze in HIV spending disastrous

A US decision to freeze spending on treatment for HIV in several African countries has prompted concern that some of the gains made against the Aids epidemic could be reversed.

Locals in charge of Aids spending

US and SA Aids workers advise putting decision-making in local hands can help stretch donor money, amid concerns international giving will be limited due to the recession.

High HIV rate in African teens

New research has found that nearly 50% of youths aged 10 to 18 who were admitted to two public hospitals in Zimbabwe were infected with HIV.

Breakthrough in HIV research

A breakthrough has been made in HIV research that have eluded scientists for over 20 years, potentially leading to better treatments for HIV.

More SA men getting tested for HIV

HIV testing among men has increased considerably over the last 12 months, increasing from 24 to 60%, a nationwide survey has found.

Woman infected HIV by paramedic

A Bedfordview, Johannesburg woman was infected with HIV virus by a KwaZulu-Natal health department paramedic who attended to her, the Pietermaritzburg High Court said on Wednesday.

End of HIV/Aids travel ban lauded

Human rights groups have praised the official lifting of a decades-old ban that prevented people with HIV/Aids from traveling to the United States.

SANDF to deploy HIV+ soldiers

South Africa will start deploying HIV positive soldiers to peacekeeping operations, a defence ministry spokesman said.

Vaginal gel doesn't stop Aids

New research has concluded that the vaginal microbicide gel PRO 2000 does not prevent HIV infection in women, a study released on Monday said.

Minister welcomes Aids initiatives

Health Minister Aaron Motsoaledi on Monday welcomed two major Aids-related announcements, one by the USA, the other by the Zulu king.