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A possible reason why previous HIV vaccine trials have not been successful is because of this lack of a frontline protection. (Representational Image)

Anti-HIV vaccine to soon be a reality

This DNA-based vaccine may help protect against HIV in the gut and bodily cavities.

21 Nov 2016 3:47 PM IST

Mirreille Twayigira

Stories of hope from around the world

The moment of triumph came when she was one among the six state toppers.

17 March 2017 1:55 AM IST

J.P. Nadda was speaking at Healthcare: Commodity or basic human need conference organised by the Tata Memorial Centre on Sunday in Colaba.

Centre approves schemes to improve cancer facilities

Mr Nadda also said India's under-5 mortality rate and maternal mortality ratio declined at a higher pace than the global...

30 Jan 2017 1:22 AM IST

This undated photo provided by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention shows a scanning electron micrograph of multiple round bumps of the HIV-1 virus on a cell surface. In a report released on Monday, July 24, 2017, researchers said a South African girl born with the AIDS virus has kept her infection suppressed for 8 1/2 years after stopping anti-HIV medicines _ more evidence that early treatment can occasionally cause a long remission that, if it lasts, would be a form of cure. (Cynthia Goldsmith/Centers for Disease Control and Prevention via AP)

African girl in remission for 9 yrs raises hope for HIV cure

This and other recent, isolated cases of remission have given additional hope to 37 million people worldwide infected...

25 July 2017 2:03 PM IST

Introduction of single-tablet medication represented leap forward in ART dosing, and long-active anti-retroviral injections may represent the next revolution in HIV therapy (Photo: Pixabay)

Injections may work as well as pills to keep HIV virus under control,...

While the UN recommends ART fro all HIV positive people, a two-drug cocktail each month can very well replace daily...

24 July 2017 6:09 PM IST

Five key numbers on AIDS

Five key numbers on AIDS

Roughly 1.8 million people worldwide contracted the AIDS virus in 2016.

21 July 2017 2:12 PM IST

HIV cure maybe closer, says study

HIV cure maybe closer, says study

New research says injection may soon be available that prevents virus from spreading.

21 July 2017 1:41 PM IST

An American national who was allegedly drugged and gangraped at a hotel in Delhi in April, has returned to India to record her statement and identify the accused. (Representational image)

The journey from victim to survivor

The law forbids defence lawyers from commenting upon a victim's past sexual history during the trial.

15 Feb 2017 12:39 AM IST

Leo Varadkar (AP Photos)

Any reason to be gay?

As part of the LGBT community, we can be proud that something like this has happened anywhere in the world, says LGBT...

8 Jun 2017 12:38 AM IST

Antibodies in the new technique hang on to a cells surface, blocking HIV from accessing a crucial cell receptor and spreading infection. (Photo: AP)

New technique makes cells resistant to HIV

It offers a significant advantage over therapies where antibodies float freely in the bloodstream at a relatively low...

11 April 2017 9:38 PM IST

ndias AIDS epidemic is slowing down, with a 32 per cent decline in new HIV infections (86,000 in 2015).

Special trains to spread awareness on key diseases

Health ministry has suggested the Railways to generate awareness about dietary and lifestyle-related risk factors of...

4 April 2017 3:39 AM IST

A screengrab of the ad. (Photo: Youtube)

Motherhood knows no boundaries

A heartwarming commercial is gaining traction online for its touching portrayal of transgender rights in India.

3 April 2017 12:11 AM IST