HIV Drugs Offer Protection
HIV Drugs Offer Protection
New studies from the CDC and University of Washington show daily HIV pills prevented infection with the AIDS virus in heterosexual men and women.
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" New studies from the CDC and the University of Washington -- daily HIV pill prevented infection with the AIDS virus in heterosexual. Men and women -- studies were done in Africa among adults considered high risk for contracting HIV. Researchers found taking drugs that treat HIV infection could also prevent the virus. Taking the -- one today lowered the overall risk of HIV infection by more than 60%. The results were so significant researchers doctor that He early he'll participate and getting placebo treatment could get a real drug. They did not see any significant safety concerns that study found four of those taking the drug became infected with HIV compared to nineteen on the dummy pill."
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