Patient claims HIV diagnosis was loudly announced at UPA in Ribeirão Preto
A 23-year-old patient alleges that his positive HIV test was publicly announced by medical staff at a hospital in Ribeirão Preto, Brazil, leading to a complaint being filed with the police and the suspension of a nursing technician.
Patient with confirmed HIV positive test loudly revealed in UPA in the interior of SP: see what is known
A 23-year-old patient reported being publicly exposed and humiliated after his HIV positive test was announced loudly by healthcare professionals at a health unit in Brazil.
Patient reports anguish and depression after HIV positive test confirmed aloud in UPA in interior SP: 'I can't eat'
A patient in Ribeirão Preto, Brazil, expressed distress after his HIV positive test result was publicly declared at a healthcare facility, leading to feelings of humiliation and violation of privacy.
'Medical Confidentiality Is Not a Courtesy,' Says Lawyer of Patient with Confirmed HIV Test Announced Loudly in a Health Unit in SP Interior
A patient in Brazil has accused health professionals of loudly announcing their HIV positive diagnosis, prompting legal and administrative actions regarding privacy violations.
Patient claims to have been humiliated after HIV positive test confirmed loudly at UPA in interior SP
A 23-year-old patient reported being humiliated after his positive HIV test was announced loudly by health professionals at a UPA in Ribeirão Preto, SP.
Caravan brings free Pap and HIV tests to neighborhoods in Quito
The Quito Municipality has launched a campaign providing free Pap smears and HIV tests to designated neighborhoods in the city.
Beware of fake HIV test kits in circulation, NAFDAC warns Nigerians
NAFDAC has issued a warning about counterfeit HIV test kits circulating in Nigeria, urging the public and healthcare providers to be vigilant.
NAFDAC flags Indian firm’s malaria, HIV test kits
NAFDAC has issued a safety alert regarding malaria and HIV test kits from Meril Diagnostics Pvt. Ltd due to significant violations found in an audit by the WHO.
Municipal pharmacies in Piracicaba start offering free HIV self-test; see where to pick up
Municipal pharmacies in Piracicaba, Brazil are now providing free HIV self-testing, following a new initiative from the local health department.
Local HIV tests: A shift in Africa’s diagnostic capacity
Nigeria has made strides in HIV testing capabilities by locally packaging a WHO-approved rapid diagnostic test, enhancing its public health infrastructure.
Carnival in Baixada Santista has distribution of condoms and HIV self-tests
The Carnaval in Baixada Santista will include campaigns aimed at preventing sexually transmitted infections by distributing condoms and HIV self-test kits.
Oral HIV self-test can now be sold in Canada in ‘key’ move
Canada has approved the sale of the OraQuick HIV self-test, an at-home oral test that delivers results in as little as 20 minutes, marking a significant advancement in HIV testing.
NHS advises to test for virus to avoid serious illness - check for early flu-like symptoms
The NHS has urged individuals to test for HIV to prevent serious health issues, highlighting the significance of early diagnosis for effective treatment.
Nigeria: Twice-Yearly Lenacapavir Injection for HIV Prevention in Nigeria - the Real Test Is Access
The World Health Organization has recommended twice-yearly lenacapavir injections for HIV prevention in Nigeria, emphasizing the importance of access and equity in implementing this treatment option.