Research suggests that taking HIV medication while CD4 counts are higher than 350 does not reduce mortality in those who are co-infected.
Thandi Modise says she is concerned over reports that intimidation has stopped miners from accessing health services in the platinum belt.
While much has been done to end Aids in Africa, more work by governments is necessary to move forward, particularly in SA.
Although it has been claimed that a nine-month-old baby in California was "cured" from HIV with the use of antiretrovirals, there is still no proof.
A single shot of antiretroviral drugs has protected lab monkeys from HIV for weeks, according to two US trials.
According to a study, the discovery of how a woman’s body responded to her HIV infection by making antibodies may hold the clue to a cure for Aids.
We feature four HIV positive women in their 40s who fit the profile of a typical M&G reader.
A study has explained that a treatment, described as "radical" by researchers, has not helped cut down tuberculosis infections among SA gold miners.
The Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation has partnered with SA institutions to develop new medicines and vaccines for HIV, TB and malaria.
Between 2004 and 2012, the number of new HIV infections have decreased from an estimated 540 000 to 370 000, shows a UNAids report.
Two HIV positive patients, believed to have been cured, have tested positive again but scientists say they are inspired to continue research.
A recent Cape Town AIDS conference showed a shift in the global mood on HIV.
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/ 9 December 2013
Researchers at a Spanish hospital say they will start trials next year of a therapeutic vaccine for patients who already have HIV.
Reports states that great progress has been made to prevent mother-to-child transmission of HIV.
Breast milk gives infants all the nutrients they need for strong development.
There is hope that the next generation of children in Malawi may be born HIV free.
A great challenge in finding ways to engage adolescents and young people on how to protect themselves from HIV and Aids.
Young people living with HIV have unique needs that paediatric and adult programmes are not designed to meet.
Jeffrey Moyo tells the story of a 17-year-old mother who has unprotected sex with two boyfriends.
Donors pledge $12-billion to fight diseases.
Women living with HIV can transmit the virus to their babies during pregnancy, childbirth and breastfeeding.
Innovative responses to HIV and Aids allow countries to make rapid, cost-effective gains against the epidemic.
Comment by Craig McClure, the chief of HIV and Aids at Unicef.
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/ 3 December 2013
As the world recently marked World Aids Day, Africa Check has investigated the evidence behind three claims of an Aids breakthrough "cure".
While 20-million people have been tested for HIV in South Africa, there are still shortages of medicines and mismanagement in the health sector.
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/ 11 September 2013
Some have lauded the draft policy, saying it could make medication cheaper, but others say it is "unimpressive" and "almost contradictory".
A new drug, Tivicay, that could be vital in the struggle against HIV, might not be available to those who need it the most.
From contraception for schoolchildren to PrePex circumcisions, we discuss the Aids-prevention efforts debated at the SA Aids conference.
How SA women will benefit from an HPV vaccine, which the government will introduce next year, will strongly depend on the virus’s link with HIV.
President Jacob Zuma says HIV/Aids is major problem facing Africa, which has borne a significant burden as a result of the disease.
Their life expectancy is almost as high as those who are HIV free, yet they pay much more.
New medicine combines ARVs into one pill, making them easier to supply.