HIV Treatment Support Services | Importance & Resources

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How is HIV treated?

The treatment for HIV is called antiretroviral therapy (ART). ART involves taking a combination of HIV medicines (called an HIV treatment regimen) every day. ART is recommended for everyone who has HIV. ART cannot cure HIV, but HIV medicines help people with HIV live longer, healthier lives. ART also reduces the risk of HIV transmission.

What services are available for people with HIV / AIDS?

But there are many services and resources for people with HIV. Most HIV / AIDS clinics have social workers, counselors or nurses who can help you or put you in touch with people who can help you. Arrange transportation to and from medical appointments. Help with housing and child care. Assist with employment and legal issues.

How can a doctor help a person with HIV?

There are many HIV treatments available. Your doctor can help you find the right one for you. Healthy eating and exercising offer benefits that can help you maintain good physical and mental health. Also, this will help your immune system fight off infections so you can live your best life.

What support do you need if you have HIV?

You may want technical information, physical support, or someone to talk to — a counsellor or peer support worker. Remember, no problem is too big or small. Volunteers provide one-to-one emotional support for people living with HIV, their partners, families and friends. Referrals into counselling & professional support

How do I get help with my HIV treatment?

This is why all changes to your treatment should always be in consultation with your HIV doctor. Our trained team is here to help you should you have any questions or need support. You can call for free from a Queensland land-line on 1800 636 241 or call (07) 3013 5555 (national).

What are HIV treatments?

HIV treatments are medications that reduce the amount of virus in a person’s body by preventing it from making copies of itself (multiplying). This is sometimes referred to as ART (or antiretroviral treatment).

What Is HIV Treatment Support

1. https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/hiv-infection-and-aids
2. https://napwha.org.au/
3. https://hivinfo.nih.gov/understanding-hiv/fact-sheets/hiv-treatment-basics
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7. https://endinghiv.org.au/treat-early/getting-support/
8. https://www.waac.com.au/learn/living-with-hiv/treatment/

HIV Treatment Support Information

1. https://www.betterhealth.vic.gov.au/health/conditionsandtreatments/hiv-and-aids
2. https://www.qld.gov.au/health/condition/infections-and-parasites/hiv/hiv-and-aids
3. https://www.hivnextsteps.org.au/support/services-that-can-help/
4. https://www.qpp.org.au/information/treating-hiv/
5. https://www.abc.net.au/news/2022-04-07/cabenuva-hiv-treatment-now-on-pbs/100973712
6. https://www.who.int/news-room/questions-and-answers/item/hiv-aids