In observance of World AIDS Day, we’re doing our part to raise awareness for HIV/AIDS. We’re shining a spotlight on new advancements in a potential cure, and how you can take part in supporting this research. Check out our list of local HIV/AIDS related organizations and charities who need our help. We’ve also got a list of vital facts on HIV/AIDS and prevention measures to share with your friends and loved ones to help stop the spread of HIV.
World AIDS Day began in 1988 as an international effort to raise awareness for those living with HIV/AIDS as well as prevention, treatment options, and research for a cure. World AIDS Day is an opportunity for people to unite across the globe and show support for those living with HIV/AIDS, and pay tribute to those who have passed from AIDS related complications.
HIV can be transmitted from an infected individual through contact with human bodily fluids such as sexual interourse or intravenous drug use. The virus can be found in bodily fluids from an infected person including blood, semon, pre-seminal fluid, rectal fluid, vaginal fluid, and breastmilk. Since its discovery in 1984, more than 35 million people have died from HIV/AIDS related issues, and more than 38 million people are currently living with the virus.
Today, scientists and researchers have worked tirelessly to advance their knowledge of the disease. They’ve isolated new factors which are key in genetic research and have made incredible advancements in treatment as well as prevention. With these marvelous improvements to medical care, we’re increasing the quality of life for those with HIV/AIDS and allowing them to live happier, healthier, safer lives. But we can’t stop now! Keep reading to learn how you can do your part to stop the spread of HIV/AIDS and support the commnuity.
Key Facts about HIV/AIDS Prevention
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To reduce risk of HIV, always use a condom or barrier method every time you have sex, avoid intravenous drug use and any sharing of needles or medical equipment.
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You may ask a medical provider about securing PrEP( pre-exposure Prohphylaxis)
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Avoiding high-risk behaviors such as unprotected sex or drug use you reduce your risk of contracting HIV.
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Get regular testing and treatment for STDs and request an HIV/AIDS panel from your medical provider.
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If you believe you may have been exposed to HIV, speak to your doctor about Post-exposure Prophylaxis medicines within 72 hours of exposure and you may greatly reduce your risks of contracting the virus.
Together, we can educate our neighbours, friends, and loved ones in thwarting this catastrophic virus. Together, we can make a difference in the fight for a cure and save lives!
An Unprecedented New Medical Advancement in Treating HIV/AIDS
Here at Classic we sell cars and we’re passionate about cars, and we were very excited to learn about recent medical advancements in HIV/AIDS therapy known as “CAR T-cell therapy.” As part of our own observation of World AIDS Day, we’d love to shed some light on this novel advancement in HIV/AIDS management.
Dual Chimeric Antigen Receptor T-Cell therapy (CAR therapy) is in development as a potential cure for HIV/AIDS. Current treatment for HIV/AIDS involves a daily Antiretroviral therapy (ART therapy) which is designed to control the reproduction of HIV virus particles. CAR T-cell therapy is an immunotherapy currently employed in Cancer treatments which reprograms a patient’s cells to recognize and eliminate mutated or infected cancer cells. It is able to target and eliminate the diseased components to help patients recover from those life threatening illnesses. CAR therapy has shown great promise for HIV/AIDS patients if programmed to target HIV particles!
You can learn more about the improvements in this therapy via this post by Seattle Children’s Hospital and this post by Penn Medicine. Find out more info about the current clinical trials of this innovative therapy at ClinicalTrials.Gov!
Local HIV/AIDS Organizations to Support
