PREEXPOSURE PROPHYLAXIS

Jun 18 2025HEALTH

Navigating HIV Prevention for Heterosexual Men in Malawi

In the heart of Malawi, a significant challenge persists. Heterosexual men, especially those seeking help for sexually transmitted infections, are at high risk of contracting HIV. This is a critical issue, as these men play a key role in breaking the cycle of HIV transmission. One of the most effective tools in preventing HIV is preexposure prophylaxis, or PrEP. Howe...

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Apr 02 2025HEALTH

Young Women's Fight Against HIV in Kenya: The Tu'Washindi Na PrEP Initiative

In Kenya, young women face a big challenge. They make up a quarter of all new HIV cases each year among those over 15. This is a huge problem, especially since there is a powerful tool to prevent HIV: PrEP. PrEP is a medicine that, when taken correctly, can greatly lower the risk of getting HIV. However, many young women in sub-Saharan Africa do not use PrEP as they ...

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