HIV is passed on through blood, semen, vaginal fluid, anal mucus and breast milk, if the person with HIV has a detectable viral load. It’s not passed on by spitting, sneezing or coughing.
The Government’s consultation on proposed changes to the GRA closes this Friday. Here’s why, as the UK’s leading HIV and sexual health charity, we’ve submitted our response.
Securing a blood donation system that both maintains safety and is based on the most up-to-date information about HIV has always been a key campaign priority for us.
The internal condom (sometimes called 'female'), acts as a barrier to pregnancy and sexually transmitted infections (STIs) like HIV. It’s placed inside the vagina and is an alternative to the...
Shigella is a type of bacteria that causes severe stomach upset. Infection can be treated with a course of antibiotics. It's passed on through infected faeces (poo), either sexually or through...