- 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…
- Social determinants of health are the range of social and economic factors that influence the health status of individuals or populations. They influence vulnerability to infection and the ability to…
- 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…
- 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…
- 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.