Fixed Dose Combination Pill for HIV treatment

Selected public sector AIDS patients will start to take simplified ARV treatment of just one combination pill a day to manage their infection. The South African National AIDS Council(SANAC)welcomes this change in treatment protocols by the Department of Health. The Council hopes that this will encourage patients to stay on treatment, thus reducing the incidences…

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Hannan-Crusaid Treatment Centre

Children who are infected with HIV need particular support and encouragement if they are to manage their health. It is important that an attractive, child-friendly environment is created to encourage the youth to return for assessment and to receive their medication. The Hannan-Crusaid clinic runs a dedicated adolescent programme for older children and youth on…

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EU Commissioner visits Emavundleni

Ms Geoghegan-Quinn, European Union, EU Commissioner for Research, Innovation and Science, was received by Dr Surita Roux, Director the Centre, and DTHF Chief of Operations, Professor Linda-Gail Bakker. The delegation were brought up to date on the challenges related to HIV and the encouraging advances being made by medical research, especially in South Africa where HIV…

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Freshlyground support Sizophila Counsellors

The members of the popular South African band, Freshlyground, have been outstanding supporters of the DTHF over many years. Their special interest is the vital role that counsellors play in supporting those living with HIV. “Getting tested should be all part of the rhythm of life”, says Zolani Mahola, lead singer in the band. Freshlyground…

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