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The latest international news, analysis and features on the HIV epidemic from Avert. Share your views and expertise with your peers in the comments box below the articles.

01 December 2020

3 steps to a happy and healthy sex life – World AIDS Day 2020

Sexual health is about so much more than infection prevention – it’s about being happy with yourself and in your sex life. Help us to spread the word that everyone has a right to pleasurable and safer sex!

05 August 2020

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The potential of social media to better engage gay and bisexual men in HIV prevention

Reuben Silungwe explains how social media and related online platforms are impacting the HIV response in Zambia.

29 July 2020

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What happens when stigma and discrimination take the place of compassion

Levy Ngosa explores how the knock-on effect of discriminatory laws and policies impede access to HIV prevention and treatment services

03 April 2020

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HIV and COVID-19: six ways you can look after your health

If you’re living with HIV and wondering how the new coronavirus may affect you, here are some tips to help you look after yourself.

03 February 2020

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5 things you need to know about Boost

We have launched a new mobile app made in collaboration with community health workers in Southern Africa. Find out all you need to know about Boost!