The provision of support and strength to individuals, couples, families or groups by, competent persons, to help them cope with the knowledge that they are infected or affected by HIV. It is an ongoing process that allows the individuals to develop a sense of responsibility in meeting challenges posed by their infection. Counseling should also [...]
HIV is an uncommon type of virus called a retrovirus, and drugs developed to disrupt the action of HIV are known as antiretrovirals or ARVs. These come in a variety of formulations designed to act on different stages of the life-cycle of HIV.
The AIDS virus mutates rapidly, which makes it extremely skilful at developing resistance [...]
HIV treatment is usually taken in tablet form. The tablets have to be taken at the right times, because missing doses makes it more likely that the virus will become resistant. Some tablets have to be kept in the fridge and some cannot be taken with certain kinds of food. The person with HIV has [...]