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Founded in 1995, BHIVA is the leading UK professional association representing professionals in HIV care. Media enquiries: Jo Josh 07306 391875 / [email protected] Website: www.bhiva.org
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I agree, there is a cloud around #CROI2025 this year 😞 The optimism felt last year particularly in prevention successes have been dampened. The cuts to USAID, and the huge implications on funding PEPFAR are so far reaching. #IDSky #HIVSky #publicHealthSky @docdelrio.bsky.social

HIV research *SAVES LIVES* HIV prevention *SAVES LIVES* HIV treatment *SAVES LIVES* S̲C̲I̲E̲N̲C̲E̲ S̲A̲V̲E̲S̲ L̲I̲V̲E̲S̲ (We're so passionate about it, it's almost like we named our charity because of it). #SaveOurSciences #Resist #CROI2025 #HIVsky #MedSky #STEMsky #ScienceSky #HIV

The huge impact of US funding cuts are clear at #CROI2025 conference - with every session reporting crisis. Poster spots left empty as registrants unable to attend. Increased #HIV mortality predicted. #BHIVA & UK protestors demonstrating in Yerba Buena Gardens, San Francisco. #SaveOurSciences

For those at #CROI2025 there is a ‘Save our Science’ rally this evening at Yerba gardens next to the Moscone centre Non US people CAN attend but you won’t be able to register Hope to see you there @iasociety.bsky.social @hivpxresearch.bsky.social @bhiva.bsky.social

On International Women’s Day, BHIVA celebrates the huge contributions of the many female clinicians, nurses and community activists who strive to make life better for everyone - of whatever gender that are living with, or affected by, HIV today. #InternationalWomensDay #IWD2025 #HIVsky #HIV

Happy IWD to all the wonderful, wise women I am so fortunate to have in my life - first and foremost my wife of 24 years, my friends, my colleagues and fellow human rights activists.

At #BHIVA25 our 'Hope & Resilience: Exploring Fertility, Faith, & End-of-Life Care in the context of HIV' session will host talks on: - Surrogacy changes & challenges for people living with HIV - Spirituality & HIV - Palliative & End of Life Care Join us this April: bhiva.org/event/bhiva-...

BHIVA's International Partnerships Working Group will be present: ‘Mind the Gap: Implementing high impact research in low resource settings’ at #BHIVA25 Discussion will include impacts of #PEPFAR & #USAID cuts on low resource settings, and what we can do to support. Link: bhiva.org/event/bhiva-...

Join us at #BHIVA25 for the session on: ‘10 Steps to a Greener Sexual Health & HIV Clinic’ on behalf of the @bashhuk.bsky.social & @bhiva.bsky.social Sustainable healthcare Special Interest group' Join us in Brighton this April: bhiva.org/event/bhiva-...

BHIVA welcomes the announcement that the Republic of South Africa and the United Kingdom will co-host the #GlobalFund's replenishment efforts 🇿🇦 🇬🇧 Now, more than ever global cooperation is needed to tackle health inequalities and save lives 🌍 Read more here: www.theglobalfund.org/en/news/2025...

Preparing to speak in Munich - not at the Security Conference (!) but at #DZIF on Gender Differences in HIV. Thank you to organisers for the invitation to this prestigious conference @BritishHIVAssoc #HIVinWomen #HIVTestingWeek

For people of my generation, it's incredible to be so close to preventing *ALL* new HIV infections by 2030. 💊 ⁠HIV treatment today is typically one tablet a day, with no noticeable side effects for most people 🧓⁠ ⁠HIV+ people on treatment now have just as long a life-expectancy as non-HIV+ people

*another* exciting opportunity to join our HIV team - vacancy for a Band 7 - Senior Clinical Trial Practitioner / Clinical Research Nurse 🤩 www.royalfree.nhs.uk/working-here... @royalfree.bsky.social @bhiva.bsky.social @nhivna.bsky.social @bashhuk.bsky.social

Congratulations to @ashleydaltonmp.bsky.social on her appointment to Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for Public Health and Prevention. We look forward to working with her and the @appghiv.bsky.social on ending new #HIV cases and improving the quality of life for people living with HIV.

We're pleased to see that the Scottish Medicines Consortium approval of injectable cabotegravir (CAB-LA) for the prevention of HIV on the NHS in Scotland This new option may help those facing barriers to using oral #PrEP A significant step forward in #HIV prevention for people living in Scotland 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

Just one finger prick is all it takes to check your #HIV status. It's that simple. Once tested you can explore options to protect yourself from HIV, or start life saving treatment that means you cannot pass the virus on. Either way, it all starts with a test. #GetTested this #HIVTestingWeek

our 8A HIV lead Nurse job is out! Amazing opportunity to come and work with a (yes I can say this) *fantastic* team :-) www.royalfree.nhs.uk/working-here... @bhiva.bsky.social @nhivna.bsky.social 🙏 @royalfree.bsky.social

What a great start to #HIVTestingWeek! BHIVA is delighted to see Sir Keir Starmer continue his commitment to getting the UK to zero new #HIV transmissions by taking an HIV test. This makes him the first PM ever to do so publicly, which we hope will encourage others to do the same. #HIVSky #IDSky

Once again this is simply appalling. Lives will be lost! Foreign Aid Freeze Leaves Millions Without #HIV Treatment www.nytimes.com/2025/02/05/h... @bhiva.bsky.social @bashhuk.bsky.social #hivsky #idsky

What a privilege to meet with the UK Minister for Equalities Nia Griffith MP today in Cardiff! @niagriffith.bsky.social We discussed our ongoing collaborations with charities, local authorities, health boards, research teams, and clinics across Wales.

HIV Outcomes UK is working to make sure that health-related #QualityOfLife is a priority for #HIV policymakers across the country. Find out more about why quality of life is so important and how you can partner with HIV Outcomes. nat.org.uk/what-we-d...

Hello @bsky.app! 👋 Follow us for the latest cutting-edge research on HIV prevention, treatment, and breakthroughs! Stay informed with evidence-based insights from top experts. 🥼🧪🔬 #HIVResearch #Science

Help us understand current practices in #HIV centres and improve care for individuals ageing with HIV. Take part in CHAIN-UKI (Care of HIV and #Ageing Implementation Network UK and Ireland)'s survey here: universityofsussex.eu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_... #HIVsky #IDsky #MedSky

During yesterdays urgent question on women’s health, co chair David Mundell MP highlighted the issue of PrEP and its uptake among women. What’s the question here 👇 #PrEP #HIV #Women @bhiva.bsky.social @bashhuk.bsky.social @nationalaidstrust.bsky.social @thtorguk.bsky.social

2 days to our UK & Ireland network of cities annual meeting. Collaboration, innovation & bold action as we continue our mission to end new transmissions of HIV, end stigma & deaths @NHSEnglandLDN @UKHSA_London @LondonADPH  @MayorofLondon @londoncouncils @NAT_AIDS_Trust @THTorguk

A reminder that excellent HIV prevention, testing and care is free of charge at point of care for everyone in the UK - regardless of your personal circumstances or documentation. Public health is everyone’s health - and health is a human right.

The British HIV Association are concerned about the news of the halting of funding to the #PEPFAR programme, upon which 20 million people rely for life-saving medicines. Find our full statement here: bhiva.org/bhiva-statem... #HIVsky #IDsky #MedSky

🧵 STATEMENT: WHO expresses deep concern on the implications of the immediate funding pause for #HIV programmes in low- and middle-income countries. These programmes provide access to life-saving HIV therapy to more than 30 million people worldwide. Read more bit.ly/42yxxIz 1/5

We as the global HIV and human rights community are going through some s**t at the moment. So wanted to share a little bit of light. I went to the dentist today, who has never treated me differently because I am living with #HIV @bhiva.bsky.social 💪🏽

Bristol is part of the global network of Fast-Track Cities, working to: ➡️ end new #HIV infections ➡️ stop preventable HIV deaths ➡️ tackle HIV discrimination + stigma For more info see fasttrackcitiesbristol.org @londonftci.bsky.social @fasttrackcymru.bsky.social @bhiva.bsky.social 🛟 #HIVsky

Planning to come to the @bhiva.bsky.social Spring Conference? Then consider submitting a complex case! BHIVA would like submissions of tricky cases in the following topics: - Bone - Weight/Diabetes - Liver Submit here: lnkd.in/gjpfEFav @profygilleece.bsky.social @tristanjbarber.bsky.social

🚨 FLASH EXTENSION 🚨 Ready to share your #HIV research with the world? The deadline for abstract submissions for our #BHIVA25 Spring Conference in Brighton has been extended to: MONDAY 27th JAN at 08:00. ⏰ Guidelines and how to submit can be found here: bhiva.org/event/bhiva-... #HIVsky #IDsky

BHIVA's 'Management of HIV in pregnancy and the postpartum period' guidelines are now open for public consultation 🤰 bhiva.org/pregnancy-gu... Updated sections include HIV screening in pregnancy, preventing HIV acquisition, pre-conception advice and a new section on infant feeding. #HIVsky #IDsky

Great to see the interest in the #PrEP pharmacy pilot @jhorwood.bsky.social & colleagues are running across Bristol, North Somerset & South Gloucestershire For more info take a look at their project page arc-w.nihr.ac.uk/research/pro... @arc-west.bsky.social @hprubse.bsky.social @bhiva.bsky.social

🚨 Done some exciting HIV research? 🧬 Thinking of submitting an abstract for the #BHIVA25 Spring Conference in Brighton? The deadline is fast approaching for next Monday 20th January 2025 at 08:00am ⏰ Guidelines and how to submit can be found here: bhiva.org/event/bhiva-... #HIVsky #IDsky #GUMsky

Happy New Year! The new British HIV Association website has launched. Our new site aims to meet changing #HIV information needs whilst also complying with the latest Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG). 🔗 bhiva.org/new-bhiva-we... #HIVsky #IDsky #GUMsky #STIsky #MedSky

Do check out #Unheard from our very own @drrageshri.bsky.social on the medical practice of silencing.

Chemsex is still here! So what better start to your 2025 education than this RCPsych webinar on 24 Jan? @bhiva.bsky.social @bashhuk.bsky.social www.rcpsych.ac.uk/members/engl...

We're wishing every single one of our followers, and members, a very Happy New Year! We're looking forward to seeing as many of you as possible in Brighton this coming April for our Spring conference. A special thanks to every healthcare professional working tonight and tomorrow. Thank you.

BHIVA is super proud of our EEDI lead, @drrageshri.bsky.social, speaking on the @the-bma.bsky.social's podcast - #TheDoctorPod Give it a listen! 🎙️🎧 #MedSky #HIVsky #IDsky

✍️ Have your say… The ‘BHIVA guidelines on the management of HIV in pregnancy and the postpartum period 2024’ Our public consultation is open until Monday 20 January 2025 at 17:00. www.bhiva.org/pregnancy-gu...

NEWS: HIV opt-out testing extended to 2025/2026. “I am determined this generation will be the one that ends new cases of HIV within England by 2030” said Prime Minister Kier Starmer. #HIVsky #IDsky #MedSky #EDsky