aidsmap @aidsmap

aidsmap (previously known as NAM aidsmap) is now hosted by Terrence Higgins Trust, an HIV charity based in the United Kingdom. aidsmap.com United Kingdom Joined June 2010

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aidsmap @aidsmap

2 days ago

Lung function declines in everybody as they age. However, research shows that lung function declines faster in people living with HIV. Lung problems are also more common in people living with HIV than in the general population. aidsmap.com/about-hiv/lung…

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3 days ago

Hepatitis C is a serious infection caused by a virus. It damages the liver, which performs essential functions in the body. Find out about hepatitis C and HIV in our easy-to-read and illustrated page, or download it as a PDF leaflet. aidsmap.com/about-hiv/basi…

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4 days ago

Feelings about sex can be complicated by an HIV diagnosis. Both positive and negative feelings about sex are a normal part of adjusting to having HIV. aidsmap.com/about-hiv/feel…

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5 days ago

There's a lot of misunderstanding about HIV and AIDS: not everything you hear is true. Our easy-to-read and illustrated page separates HIV myths from the facts (also available to download as a PDF leaflet). aidsmap.com/about-hiv/basi…

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a week ago

Some people have gone to prison because they have passed HIV on to another person. The law is only involved in very specific circumstances. Take a look at our easy-to-read, illustrated page on HIV transmission & the law in England & Wales aidsmap.com/about-hiv/basi…

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a week ago

Stigma is one of the main reasons that some people end up having negative feelings about themselves in relation to their HIV. If you feel this way, it’s important to question and challenge these thoughts and feelings. aidsmap.com/about-hiv/your…

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2 weeks ago

Under the Equality Act, an HIV diagnosis is recognised as a disability. If you're living with HIV, you're protected against discrimination in employment & education; when accessing goods, facilities & services; and when buying or renting property. aidsmap.com/about-hiv/hiv-…

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2 weeks ago

Living in a care home or sheltered housing can be challenging especially if you’re living with a long-term condition like HIV. Our page gives information on how you can advocate for better treatment in residential care aidsmap.com/about-hiv/gett…

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2 weeks ago

Telling people that you're living with HIV can be a difficult decision to make. While there may be benefits to sharing your status, it's usually not necessary or relevant. aidsmap.com/about-hiv/do-i…

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3 weeks ago

Can HIV affect the menstrual cycle? Is a missed period a symptom of HIV? Can HIV be transmitted via contact with menstrual blood? We have answered some questions about menstrual health and HIV in our recently updated page on aidsmap. aidsmap.com/about-hiv/mens…

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3 weeks ago

Alcohol does not stop anti-HIV drugs from working properly, but drinking too much can make it harder for you to take your drugs in the right way and at the right time. Read about alcohol and HIV in our updated page on aidsmap. aidsmap.com/about-hiv/alco…

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3 weeks ago

Some research shows that up to 70% of people living with HIV have sleep problems compared to 30% of the general population. In many cases, a few lifestyle changes can help you to sleep better, including keeping regular sleeping hours if you can. aidsmap.com/about-hiv/slee…

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3 weeks ago

If you're thinking about having a baby, it’s worth talking to your doctor at an early stage. Taking anti-HIV drugs during your pregnancy will protect your baby from HIV. Read about having a baby on our illustrated page and leaflet on aidsmap. aidsmap.com/about-hiv/basi…

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4 weeks ago

For HIV treatment to work well, you need to always take your pills at the right time, without missing any doses. This will mean that there is always enough of the drugs in your body. Find out about taking your HIV drugs on time on aidsmap. aidsmap.com/about-hiv/basi…

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4 weeks ago

If your viral load result is undetectable, there is only a little HIV in the body: this means your HIV treatment is working well. Take a look at our easy-to-read illustrated page or download our PDF leaflet. aidsmap.com/about-hiv/basi…

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4 weeks ago

Want to keep up to date with the latest HIV news? Subscribe to aidsmap bulletins and we'll share HIV research and developments from around the world and news from international HIV conferences. aidsmap.com/subscribe

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a month ago

Side-effects can be experienced by anyone taking anti-HIV drugs. But that doesn’t mean that everyone who takes anti-HIV drugs will definitely have side-effects. Many side-effects are the result of your body getting used to a new drug. aidsmap.com/about-hiv/side…

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a month ago

There’s a lot you can do to take care of your health. Exercise, a balanced diet, sleep, giving up smoking and cutting back on alcohol are all important. HIV treatment will strengthen your immune system and prevent illnesses. aidsmap.com/about-hiv/basi…

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a month ago

People living with HIV often feel nervous about telling others that they have HIV due to the fear of stigma or discrimination. While stigma may be found in people’s attitudes or beliefs, discrimination is about actual behaviour aidsmap.com/about-hiv/what…

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a month ago

aidsmap was an official scientific media partner for the 13th @iasociety Conference on HIV Science #IAS2025, held in Rwanda earlier this month. Catch up with all our news stories and summary bulletins on aidsmap.com aidsmap.com/conferences/ia…