Changing the Landscape of HIV

This year marks the 30th anniversary of World AIDS Day; a global event uniting all in support of those living with HIV as well as remembering those who have lost their battle with AIDS-related illnesses. Although we have endured endless struggle in this thirty-year fight, we have finally achieved a historic milestone. Today, medical and scientific advancements have undeniably changed the landscape of this dreadful epidemic.

Even though there’s still no cure for HIV, the advancement of treatment options has increased the quality of life for those living with HIV infection. Having HIV is no longer a death sentence; we now consider this infection to be a manageable, chronic condition. Taking daily HIV medicine, also known as antiretroviral therapy (ART), helps people living with HIV control the virus in their bodies so they can live long, healthy lives in addition to lowering their risk of spreading HIV to others. Read more bit.ly/2DVgsNP (find list of local World AIDS Day events happening in New Jersey).

This release was written by the NJ AIDS/HIV/STD Hotline FB / Twitter / Website