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First off, it’s not all about condoms... Believe it or not, condoms aren’t the only way to prevent HIV anymore.

PrEP, undetectable, on treatment … what does it all mean? Here we give you a quick run through in our jargon-busting blog.

HIV stigma is the greatest barrier to fighting the global HIV epidemic. On world Zero Discrimination Day, we challenge everyday stigma by sharing experiences from around the world.

New study reveals the extent of the relationship between gay-related stigma and HIV among men who have sex with men in Nigeria.

New research marks welcome step to make trans women in sub-Saharan Africa visible in HIV data.

There is no cure or vaccine for HIV – we debunk myths and rumours which suggest there are.

Get a reality check on some of the most bizarre rumours about how HIV is transmitted.

Let's clear up the confusion around testing — because there’s no good reason to put off getting an HIV test

New study shows people living with HIV still expect far less from their lives compared to those who are HIV-negative, despite near-normal life expectancy.

On World Development Information Day, we look at an innovative HIV self-testing app being introduced to all UNAIDS Fast-Track Cities which aims to bridge the divide between testing, treatment and care.

Mandatory HIV testing is a ‘knee-jerk and untenable reaction’, and it ultimately does not get more people testing for HIV.

A study of gay men in Malawi reveals very low levels of HIV testing and treatment access nationwide – with distinct geographic disparities in HIV prevalence that need to be taken into consideration and addressed.

Key HIV drugs added to the list of medicines critical to public health, including tenofovir for HIV prevention, and dolutegravir.

First update on cryptococcus in the era of antiretroviral treatment expansion reveals disproportionate burden in sub-Saharan Africa and a need for better treatment options.

There is a high appetite for increased access to pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) among gay app users in Switzerland, according to research looking into the need for a national PrEP programme.

Reducing the number of age-disparate relationships in east and southern Africa could help to decrease HIV infection rates among young women in the region.