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Nov 08 2024HEALTH

Streamlining HIV Treatment: Could Two Drugs Do the Job?

Managing HIV often involves a complex regimen of multiple medications. But what if we could make it simpler? Researchers recently tested if a combination of dolutegravir (DTG) and emtricitabine (FTC) could effectively control HIV over the long term. This trial, known as SIMPL'HIV, involved a large g

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Oct 18 2024HEALTH

New Ways to Prevent HIV: Injectables vs. Pills

HIV prevention has come a long way. Safe sex practices, like using condoms and reducing partners, are still key. Surgical methods, like male circumcision, can also help. Treating infections is another preventive measure. But, people don't always use these methods. That's why scientists are exploring

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Oct 14 2024SPORTS

How Many More Years Could Magic Johnson Have Played in the NBA?

Magic Johnson is a legend in the NBA, securing five championships in his 13-year career. But what if his career hadn't been cut short? Jeanie Buss, owner of the Lakers, recently shared her thoughts on this. In an interview with Dwight Howard, Buss discussed how Johnson could have played for at least

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Oct 07 2024HEALTH

Why Not Teach Kids How to Stay Safe from HIV?

Sure, testing and treatment for HIV are important. But imagine if we could teach our kids how to avoid getting infected in the first place! That's where schools come in. A solid sex education program can make a huge difference without breaking the bank. It's about giving students accurate info on ho

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Sep 23 2024HEALTH

Unlocking the Key to HIV Prevention: SC's PrEP Awareness Efforts

The state of South Carolina is taking a proactive approach to combat HIV transmission by launching its fifth annual PrEP Awareness Week. This initiative is designed to increase awareness about PrEP (pre-exposure prophylaxis), a medication that can significantly reduce the risk of contracting HIV whe

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Sep 15 2024BUSINESS

The Departure of a PR Maven: Justin Draper Leaves WBZ-TV, McDonald's Goes Cashless, and More in Business News

As we begin to explore the world of business, let's first take a trip to the world of television, where the President of WBZ-TV, Justin Draper, is leaving the station. Draper has spent nearly three decades with CBS, working his way up from a financial controller to the top spot. What's most striking

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Aug 27 2024ENTERTAINMENT

The Joy Makers: A Swedish Band’s Mission to Spread Happiness

Have you ever heard of a band that's all about making sure their audience leaves smiling? Welcome to The Hives, a rock group from Sweden. For over ten years, they haven't released new music, but when they do, it’s like taking an action-packed 31-minute trip! Remember the song "The Death of Randy Fit

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