Dec 1, 2025 · HIV is fully preventable. Effective antiretroviral treatment (ART) prevents HIV transmission from mother to child during pregnancy, delivery and breastfeeding. Someone who is on antiretroviral …

Jul 15, 2025 · WHO fact sheet on HIV and AIDS with key facts and information on signs and symptoms, transmission, risk factors, testing and counselling, prevention, treatment and WHO response.

Jul 14, 2025 · The World Health Organization (WHO) released today new guidelines recommending the use of injectable lenacapavir (LEN) twice a year as an additional pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) …

Prevention Much has been learned about HIV/AIDS prevention since the epidemic began in the European Region more than two decades ago. Experience shows that the proper polices and …

Jul 30, 2024 · Knowledge of one’s HIV-positive status has two important benefits: People who test positive can take steps to get treatment, care and support before symptoms appear, which can …

On 1 December WHO joins partners and communities to commemorate World AIDS Day 2025. Under the theme “Take the rights path: My health, my right!”, WHO is calling on global leaders and citizens …

Feb 13, 2024 · The Department of Global HIV, Hepatitis and Sexually Transmitted Infections Programmes leads the development and implementation of the global health sector strategy on the …

Jul 18, 2025 · HIV (human immunodeficiency virus) infects cells of the immune system Infection results in the progressive deterioration of the immune system, breaking down the body's ability to fend off …

Feb 14, 2025 · Condoms, when used correctly and consistently, are safe and highly effective in preventing unwanted pregnancies and sexually transmitted infections, including HIV. They are the …

Jul 22, 2024 · WHO’s updated PEP guidelines prioritize broader access to PEP, including community-based delivery and task sharing to mitigate barriers such as stigma and to ensure timely access post …