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Study suggest how myeloid cells contribute to a long-lived HIV reservoir
Updated : 2 years, 11 months ago IST
According to a study, individuals who have been virally suppressed for years on antiretroviral medication may contain HIV in a subpopulation of white blood cells known as myeloid cells. Researchers demonstrated in the study that HIV can be reactivated and infect new cells in certain myeloid
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A 'memory' of HIV infection stays in cells: Study
Updated : 3 years, 3 months ago IST
Even though antiretroviral therapy has made HIV a manageable disease, people living with it often suffer from chronic inflammation. This can put them at an increased risk of developing comorbidities such as cardiovascular disease and neurocognitive dysfunction, impacting the longevity and qu
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Harmless group of bacteria linked to higher death rates in kidney patients
Updated : 3 years, 4 months ago IST
New study indicates a harmless group of bacteria associated with higher death rates in kidney patients.
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Early HIV diagnosis crucial for better long-term health outcomes
Updated : 3 years, 4 months ago IST
Washington [US], October 21 (ANI): According to research results presented at the IDWeek Conference in Washington, starting antiretroviral treatment (ART) early in the course of HIV infection when the immune system is stronger results in better long-term health outcomes compared to delayed A
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Study reveals new strategy to create an effective HIV vaccine
Updated : 3 years, 5 months ago IST
Washington [US], October 4 (ANI): Researchers have come together to make critical advances in developing an effective vaccine against the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV).
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Gut bacteria may contribute to HIV infection susceptibility: Study
Updated : 3 years, 5 months ago IST
California [US], October 3 (ANI): Certain gut bacteria, including one required for a healthy gut microbiome, differ between people who develop HIV infection and those who do not, according to new UCLA-led research.
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Study reveals people with HIV, hepatitis C develop high risk of heart att
Updated : 3 years, 5 months ago IST
Dallas (Texas) [US], September 21 (ANI): According to new research, people with HIV who also have untreated hepatitis C virus have a much higher risk of heart attack as they age, even if their HIV is treated.
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4,000 people infected with HIV across world every day: UN
Updated : 3 years, 7 months ago IST
New York [US], July 31 (ANI): Around 4,000 people contracted HIV infection every day across the world, the United Nations said on Sunday while urging countries to increase investment in disease prevention and access to treatment.
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Nagpur: After blood transfusion, 4 children become HIV positive, one dies
Updated : 3 years, 9 months ago IST
Nagpur (Maharashtra) [India], May 26 (ANI): Four children in Nagpur became Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) infection positive, allegedly after blood transfusion, said officials on Thursday. These four patients were given blood for the treatment of Thalassemia, post which they were found i
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Sex in Covid lockdown: How many Indians contracted HIV? Here's the number
Updated : 3 years, 10 months ago IST
New Delhi [India], April 27 (ANI): When the country was reeling under the COVID lockdown in 2020-21, over 85,000 people across the country contracted HIV due to unprotected sexual activity, according to an RTI data.
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Study to understand reservoir of HIV infection in body
Updated : 4 years, 2 months ago IST
Washington [US], December 25 (ANI): Scientists have now developed a method that for the first time allows these specific immune cells to be genetically manipulated under physiological conditions in an efficient and uncomplicated manner.
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UK announces new action plan to end HIV infections, deaths by 2030
Updated : 4 years, 3 months ago IST
London [UK], December 1 (ANI/Sputnik): The UK government announced on Wednesday a new HIV action plan backed by 23 million pounds (30.5 million dollars) to end infections and deaths in England by 2030, while the Ministry of Defence said changes are being introduced to make it easier for peop
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