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People who have lived with HIV for decades are known as HIV long-term survivors. Learn about the unique experiences of those who lived through the epidemic's most brutal, unjust years.

Submitted on Nov 8, 2023
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Women living with HIV who acquired the virus early in life may have health challenges similar to older adults – as well as their own unique concerns.

Submitted on Jan 5, 2024
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Get basic information about what menopause is, what it looks and feels like, treatments for symptoms, and keeping healthy after menopause.

Submitted on Dec 8, 2022
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Learn how HIV and HIV drugs can affect the menstrual cycle, what else can cause menstrual problems, and how to deal with these problems.

Submitted on Feb 9, 2023
Forms of microbicides/microbicidal products including gels, creams, films, lubricants, and rings.

Get answers to many questions about microbicides – what they are, how they work, what is happening in microbicide research, and more.

Submitted on Feb 9, 2023
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Today, women living with HIV of all ages are changing their lives with education. Learn about many different types of programs and how to access them.

Submitted on Jan 11, 2023

Learn the most common myths – and realities – about HIV: treatment, tests, transmission, and more.

Submitted on Feb 22, 2019
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Learn why nutrition is so important to people living with HIV, how it is measured, and several ways to stay healthy by eating smarter.

Submitted on Feb 9, 2023
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Learn about the ways older women are overlooked despite being vulnerable to acquiring HIV, how knowledge is power, and the importance of getting tested.

Submitted on Feb 9, 2023
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Oral sex can be safe and fun! Get basic facts about the chances of getting HIV from oral sex, and tips for safer oral sex.

Submitted on Nov 2, 2023

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