Throwback to last week’s 2023 EuroGames and Bern Pride where, along with
@TackleHIV
, we celebrated the amazing contribution the LGBTQ+ community continues to make to society and sport!
#WeWontStop
#HIV
can affect all aspects of life. We need to tackle both the physical and emotional impact in order to end the epidemic, forever.
At
#IDWeek2019
, we’re sharing new data on these challenges. Read more about this topic here:
What’s your message to
#HIVstigma
?
Let us know and we’ll add it to our
#StandUpToStigma
wall at
#IAS2019
!
(P.s. A massive thank you to all those who have already added your message.. still plenty of room for more! 💪)
#HIVstigma
is high on the agenda next week at
#IAS2019
- but did you know there were different 'types of stigma'? Explore our stigma series - from personal to political stigma.
We're 'Celebrating Innovation in Reducing
#HIVStigma
' at
#IAS2019
- look no further than
#UequalsU
People living with
#HIV
who have an undetectable viral load have effectively no risk of transmitting HIV to their sexual partners
What does this mean? Undetectable=Untransmittable
DYK 68% of people living with HIV we surveyed try to conceal their HIV medications due to the stigma they experience? We all need to play our part to
#StopHIVStigma
. What are you doing to help de-stigmatise HIV? Look for abstract 1329 on the
#IDWeek2019
website
Let’s share the exciting message of
#UequalsU
!
If a person living with HIV has an
#undetectable
viral load, they can't pass the virus on to their sexual partners.
Learn more about U=U at
#HIVHasChanged
We are proud to be partnering with
@gareththomas14
&
@THTorguk
to raise awareness on the issue of
#HIVstigma
through
#tackleHIV
Even though we have a better understanding of
#HIV
& the treatment options, stigma is still prevalent in society.
Find out about the new campaign here.
We are dedicated to supporting people living with
#HIV
to better understand their treatment & the options available to them.
Hear Tom tell us why in today’s world, a greater level of understanding goes a long way…
#HIVHasChanged
#TreatmentOptimisation
Have you heard
#UequalsU
?
U=U means a person living with HIV on effective treatment, with a sustained undetectable viral load, can’t pass it on to their sexual partners – the PARTNER studies proved it.
Explore more on U=U at
Secretary of State Rory Stewart met
@PeterASands
and
@ViiVHC
CEO Deborah Waterhouse to see the production of vital medication for people living with HIV. Our support to the
@GlobalFund
will mean this medication reaches people in some of the world’s poorest countries.
#GlobalGoal3
Have you heard?
Undetectable = Untransmittable!
That means that if a person living with HIV has undetectable levels of the virus in their blood, they can’t pass it on to their sexual partners.
Watch the video to discover more about what
#UequalsU
means.
Have you heard of
#UequalsU
?
U=U means that
#PLWH
on effective treatment, with sustained undetectable viral load, can’t pass it on to their sexual partners — the PARTNERS study proves it.
Read more here:
If there’s one thing you take away from
#2018
it’s that
#UequalsU
. We’re proud to support this powerful message and play our part in helping to change perceptions of
#HIV
.
#MondayMotivation
#Proud
to support Moritz in sharing his story on the importance of understanding
#HIV
, how his treatment works & his available options.
Learn about the impact this increased level of knowledge has had on Moritz’ life.…
#HIVHasChanged
#TreatmentOptimisation
Today marks
#10yearsofViiV
– a milestone we want to celebrate in style! 🎉 🎉
This month, we’re recognising key moments that have shaped our past and present across the global
#HIV
community. Thank you to everyone who’s been part of our first decade.
New
#HIV
infections among 18-24yr olds is ON THE UP across Latin America and the Caribbean . Find out more about this trend and others across the region ahead of
#IAS2019
, taking place in
#MexicoCity
.
This time next week,
#IAS2019
will be in full swing! It's one of our highlights of the year. Find out more about what we have in store during the week:
We’re dedicated to developing innovative medicines to help end the HIV epidemic. To celebrate
#10yearsofViiV
, we’re reflecting on the incredible scientific breakthroughs of the last decade.
What’s your top breakthrough in
#HIVresearch
from the last 10 years?
Our ViiV Healthcare Global
#HIV
and
#COVID19
Emergency Response Fund will provide support for those working to help address specific challenges for people living with HIV during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Read more:
#UequalsU
is a term all PLHIV should be made aware of.
But according to the PP2 study, 1/3 of PLHIV aren’t told about U=U by their HCPs.
Hear Bruce talk about the U=U PP2 study results & how they provide an opportunity to improve health outcomes.
#HIVHasChanged
#AIDS2020virtual
Stigma isn't one-size-fits all - it comes in different shapes and sizes; from policy to personal discrimination. At
#IAS2019
, we'll be asking what your message is to
#HIVStigma
?
It’s official!
#UequalsU
The PARTNER studies proved that an HIV positive partner on effective treatment with an undetectable viral load can’t pass the virus on to their sexual partners.
Learn more about U=U at
We've hosted a Twitter Q&A with
@PositiveLad
,
@Matthew_Hodson
and our own Dr Nneka Nwokolo to ask the question: how has
#HIVHasChanged
- and what needs to change next?
Catch up on the discussion with our Twitter Moment from
#EACS2019
.
DYK what
#UequalsU
means?
Undetectable=Untransmittable: When a person living with HIV is on effective treatment & their viral load is undetectable, HIV cannot be passed on.
Hear from Bruce
@BR999
about the Positive Perspectives 2 data during
#AIDS2020virtual
via
#HIVHasChanged
Meet
@Inad_Rie
, a pioneer in the HIV community dedicated to encouraging people living with HIV to own their status and build a world of acceptance. We’re excited to have Inad partner with us to keep
#HIVInView
!
Get to know Inad better 👇
#WeWontStop
“Curing a disease is always the holy grail of any discovery scientist.”- Brian Johns, VP Discovery. Here’s how we’re breaking new ground in the pursuit of an
#HIVcure
:
#CROI2019
Many people living with
#HIV
still suffer the effects of discrimination every day.
Hear Bruce Richman,
@BR999
, chat about how, by coming together, we can get a step closer to eliminating HIV stigma.
The knowledge that a person living with HIV can’t pass it on to their sexual partner has been a hugely impactful advancement!
However, misinformation is still prevalent, which is why we’re working with
@TackleHIV
and countless others to spread the
#UequalsU
message.
Doreen is a beautiful story and we’re so excited to partner with her on our
#HIVInView
campaign to address HIV-related stigma.
Get to know Doreen better 👇
#WeWontStop
Bruce Richman (
@BR999
), Founding Executive Director of Prevention Access Campaign, shares his perspectives on the importance of individualised care for people living with HIV.
Learn more!
#UequalsU
Have you heard about
#UequalsU
?
Sharing the incredible news that Undetectable = Untransmittable can help empower people living with HIV.
Discover more at
#HIVHasChanged
Princess Diana opened the first HIV and AIDS unit at Middlesex Hospital 35 years ago
By shaking hands with patients, she helped to break down the myth that HIV could be passed on through casual contact. ♥
@TackleHIV
People living with
#HIV
who have an undetectable viral load have effectively no risk of transmitting HIV to their sexual partners. What does this mean? Undetectable=Untransmittable
#UequalsU
#IAS2019
Our
#PositiveAction
Girls&Women Fund has joined forces with
@globalfund
to create the HER Voice Fund 2.0. We are now inviting organisations to submit proposals to implement & develop the second phase of the fund. Find out more about this exciting opportunity here
#StepUpTheFight
We’re delighted to have
@PositiveLad
on the panel for our
#EACS19
Twitter Q&A on 8 Nov. An HIV activist & advocate, Tom will be discussing on living well with HIV. ✍ Ask yours via Direct Message or click below.
#HIVHasChanged
A powerful message to kick off 2023: Undetectable = Untransmissible 💪
#UequalsU
reminds us that it's not shameful to live with HIV.
When on effective medication,
#HIV
becomes undetectable and cannot be passed on through sexual contact.
@TackleHIV
#tacklehiv
Saturday 5th June 2021 will mark 40 years since the first case reports of what would be known as AIDS. To reflect on the progress that's been made, our team at ViiV Healthcare will be sharing their personal stories relating to the HIV epidemic. Stay tuned!
#WeWontStop
As we turn the page on 2020, we want to thank our hardworking ViiV Healthcare teams around the world. Despite the many challenges, we stayed true to our purpose of leaving no person living with HIV behind. So to our colleagues around the world, thank you!
#ViiVProudMoments2020
Today we celebrate
#WorldAIDSDay
and the critical role communities play in the
#HIV
response.
We’re proud to collaborate with people and organisations across the HIV community to address barriers to ending the epidemic.
Here until the day we beat HIV
#CommunitiesMakeTheDifference
Thanks to modern ART, those diagnosed with
#HIV
in their mid-twenties, can expect a near-to-normal life expectancy. Next week at
#IAS2019
, we'll be inviting a global audience of HIV specialists to discuss how we treat
#HIV
today with tomorrow in mind.
Calling all
#community
organisations...
This year, our
#PositiveAction
Innovator grants are focusing on
#HIV
related stigma and self-stigma.
Applications open tomorrow!
Click here to find out more
If you're wondering how you can use your platform to become an active ally, there's no better place to start than with pop icon and friend of the campaign
@Ianhwatkins
👏 You can watch his discussion with
@gareththomas14
on
@TackleHIV
’s Facebook 💻
We are deeply concerned by the Anti-Homosexuality Act 2023 in Uganda & its impact on public health. We believe everyone should have access to healthcare services without fear of marginalisation, violence, stigma, discrimination or criminalisation. [1/4]
How do YOU use the internet to talk about
#HIV
? Our
#PositiveAction
program has teamed up with
@UNAIDS
to set budding storytellers/videographers/artists & speakers a new challenge:
Next week at
#AIDS2020Virtual
, we’ll be hosting our own Positive Action Global Village! There, you will be able to join our daily live Q&A sessions, join our networking events and much more!
Find out more about the booth here:
#AIDS2020
#WeWontStop
@AIDS_conference
Only 54% of children living with HIV have access to life-saving treatment.
For the 1.7 million children living with
#HIV
, our work with our partners is crucial to the continued progress in breaking down the remaining barriers in access to
#HIV
paediatric care.
#HIVpediatrics
SAVE THE DATE! 📆 On Friday 8 November, we’re hosting 🗣 our first global Twitter Q&A for
#EACS19
. From 3.00-4:30pm (CET), a panel will discuss how
#HIVHasChanged
and how to live well with
#HIV
. Join us and help shape the future
Today is the International Day to End Violence Against Sex Workers.
#PositiveAction
supports community-based organisations championing
#SRHR
and
#HIV
rights of
#sexworkers
.
“This is transformative news that changes the lives of people living with
#HIV
.”
The Positive Perspectives study links conversations with healthcare providers about
#UequalsU
with better health outcomes.
Hear
@BR999
explain further and read full results here.
#HIVHasChanged
U=U is an impactful abbreviation for Undetectable = Untransmittable, which means that if a person living with
#HIV
is on effective medication and has an undetectable viral load, they cannot transmit HIV through sex.
Find out more!
#WeWontStop
Congrats to
@YTHorg
and HIV/AIDS Legal Aid - winners of our Stamping Out Stigma
#PositiveAction
Challenge - on stage with Deborah Waterhouse, CEO
@ViiVHC
to accept their awards at
#AID2018
#UequalsU
is a term all PLHIV should be made aware of.
But according to the PP2 study, 1/3 of PLHIV aren’t told about U=U by their HCPs.
Hear
@BR999
talk about the U=U PP2 study results & how they provide an opportunity to improve health outcomes.
#HIVHasChanged
#AIDS2020Virtual
Exciting news today as we announce a five-year renewal of our unique, research partnership with
@UNC
, solely focused on discovering a
#cure
for
#HIV
.
U=U means that people living with HIV cannot sexually transmit the virus on effective HIV treatment – an absolute gamechanger for people living with HIV!
#UequalsU
#tacklehiv
@lloyd_rm
HIV stigma is one of the biggest barriers to accessing care around the world. At
#IAS2023
we’re giving attendees an opportunity to see and feel first hand the impact of stigmatising micro-moments that people living with
#HIV
can face.
@iasociety
#PositiveAction
have teamed up with
@UNAIDS
for their next challenge. We need everyone to know about
#HIV
, not just those who are already involved. Could you use social media to reach those we haven’t reached? APPLY here:
#HIV
requires a two-pronged attack - one to fight the virus, one to fight the
#stigma
. Dr Isidoro Prudente discusses HIV in Latin America ahead of
#IAS2019
- starting tomorrow.
There is still more to do in the fight against
#HIV
. 37% of people we surveyed hide their medication to avoid revealing their HIV status? At
#IDWeek2019
, we uncover the emotional challenges of daily treatment that people living with HIV face. Look out for abstract 1329
Today is the International
#AIDSCandlelightMemorial
. We’re using today to remember the lives of many lost to AIDS and to honour those who have worked hard to help the HIV community
#WeWontStop
@gnpplus
Talking openly with doctors about treatment concerns and satisfaction can give people living with
#HIV
the confidence to discuss different treatment options available.
Find out what Tom (
@positivelad
) thinks about the importance of open and active dialogue.
#HIVHasChanged