People with HIV, which is the virus that causes AIDS, are at increased risk of oral health problems. The most common oral issues for people with HIV include: Oral candidiasis or thrush Gingivitis Chronic dry mouth Ulcerative periodontitis Dental caries. HIV causes the immune system to grow weaker, making it …
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Treatment For HIV/AIDS
Infectious diseases are diseases caused by microorganisms. These microorganisms can be viruses, bacteria, fungi, or parasites. Infectious diseases are also termed communicable diseases. Collectively, these diseases kill more people each year in the world than any other single cause. While there are many, many different kinds of infectious diseases, among the most prominent serious infectious …
WHI Makes History: Involvement in HIV Clinical Trials
WHI Makes History: Involvement in HIV Clinical Trials Washington Health Institute (WHI) made history on May 19, 2021, by infusing the first patient with what could be a functional cure for HIV. Dr. Jose Bordon, WHI CEO and founding chair and a board certified internal medicine and infectious disease physician, infused Patient 1 of Phase …
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What is PrEP and How Does it Work?
What is PrEP PrEP means pre-exposure prophylaxis. It is medicine administered to prevent people from contracting the Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV). The “pre” means it’s taken before you come into contact with the virus. “Exposure” stands for the actual contact with the virus. It is contrasted to PEP, which is taken as an emergency treatment …