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When HIV-1 infects an immune cell, the virus travels to the nucleus so quickly there is not enough time to set off the cells alarm system. (Photo: Pixabay)

Scientists create mini pill to release weekly dose of HIV medicine

Tiny device is latest attempt to make it easier for people on medication for chronic illnesses, including those infected...

10 Jan 2018 8:25 AM IST

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Birth control shot may increase risk of HIV infection

As of 2016, 36.7 million people worldwide were living with HIV, according to UNAIDS.

9 Jan 2018 2:46 PM IST

Other forms of contraceptive shots do not show the same correlation with HIV infection. (Photo: Pixabay)

Common birth control drug may up HIV risk: study

A popular injectable contraceptive drug may significantly increase the risk of HIV infection, a study claims.

5 Jan 2018 5:22 PM IST

Research reveals ADHD medicines lower risk of sexually transmitted infections. (Photo: Pixabay)

ADHD medicines may lower risk of sexually transmitted infection

ADHD increases the risk of subsequent STIs among adolescent and young adult populations by about three times, reports a...

3 Jan 2018 10:49 AM IST

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Nadda launches initiative for free viral load test for people living...

Routine viral load testing will optimise the utilisation of first line regimens.

27 Feb 2018 6:09 PM IST

There are no good treatments available for women suffering from low sexual desire. (Photo: Pixabay)

Here's everything you need to know about International Condom Day

International Condom Day seeks to promote the use of condoms as means of preventing unwanted pregnancies and sexually...

14 Feb 2018 3:56 PM IST

Researchers think they can improve the treatment and are trying again to tackle HIV by doctoring DNA. (Photo: Pixabay)

Can gene therapy be harnessed to fight the AIDS virus?

Scientists believe gene therapy ultimately will provide a long-term solution.

13 Feb 2018 12:14 PM IST

Some 37 million people worldwide have the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) that causes AIDS. (Photo: Pixabay)

Study finds African-Americans disproportionately endangered by...

Less than 41 per cent of blacks had sustained viral suppression, according to the CDC's Morbidity and Mortality Weekly...

9 Feb 2018 7:56 AM IST

Two suspected robbers, referred to as Jai and Veeru, popular characters of the iconic Bollywood film Sholay, were arrested from south Delhi for their alleged involvement in motor vehicle thefts. (Representational Image)

Quack held for infecting 46 with HIV

Medical instruments found in his possession have been sent for forensic examination.

8 Feb 2018 2:15 AM IST

A case of attempt to murder has been registered at Geeta Colony police station and further investigations are in progress. (Representational image)

UP Police arrests Unnao quack accused of infecting patients with HIV

Accused Rajendra Yadav, allegedly used a HIV infected syringe to treat all his patients in near vicinity.

7 Feb 2018 9:39 PM IST

Area councillor in Uttar Pradeshs Unnao said if proper tests are done, at least 500 cases of HIV would come up. (photo: Representational | File)

UP quack leaves 40 infected with HIV

The matter came to light after the health department launched a probe following reports of high number of HIV cases in...

7 Feb 2018 2:29 AM IST

Area councillor in Uttar Pradeshs Unnao said if proper tests are done, at least 500 cases of HIV would come up. (photo: Representational | File)

UP: At least 46 people infected with HIV in Unnao in last 10 months

A quack used a common syringe to administer injection, prompting the UP government to intensify its efforts to nab the...

6 Feb 2018 6:03 PM IST