- Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) often have no symptoms and can have serious health consequences if left untreated. Testing is important for diagnosis. Many STIs can be treated or cured once…
- HIV treatment and the maintenance of an undetectable viral load is a highly effective strategy to prevent HIV transmission. A person with HIV who is on successful treatment cannot pass HIV to their…
- Testing is the only way to know for sure if a person has HIV. Early diagnosis leads to better health outcomes by enabling access to care and treatment. Testing is also a gateway to prevention…
- HIV transmission occurs when the virus in blood, semen, rectal fluid, vaginal fluid or breast milk gets into the body of another person. HIV is most commonly passed through sex or by sharing needles…
- An estimated 62,790 people have HIV in Canada. An estimated 90% are diagnosed, 87% of those diagnosed are on treatment, and 95% of those on treatment have achieved viral suppression.
- People with HIV should be engaged in regular medical care and offered additional care and supports to ensure optimal physical, emotional and mental health. People with HIV can be at increased risk…
- Distribution of safer injecting and smoking supplies is a highly effective strategy to prevent hepatitis C, HIV and other drug-related harms. Distribution programs also provide services such as…
- PEP is an effective strategy that involves an HIV-negative person taking HIV medications within 72 hours of a potential exposure to reduce the risk of HIV infection. When taken as prescribed for 28…
- National strategies identify priorities to guide the response to HIV, hepatitis C and other STBBIs in Canada. Service providers can use national strategies to align their work with national goals.
- International strategies identify priorities to guide the global response to HIV, hepatitis C and other STBBIs. International strategies can be used to inform the response to HIV and hepatitis C in…
- PrEP is a highly effective strategy that involves an HIV-negative person taking HIV medications on an ongoing basis to reduce the risk of HIV infection. When PrEP is taken as prescribed, HIV…
- HIV treatment usually involves taking a combination of medications, which may be formulated in one pill. Most HIV medications are taken orally at least once daily, but long-acting injectable options…