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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

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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...

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As we sign off for the today, this #ValentinesDay remember that: #LoveIsLove in all its shapes, sizes and colours and that #ConsentIsSexy. Whether you’re spending the night loving the one you’re with, or loving yourself, have a great Friday evening. #HIVTestingWeek

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PrEP - what is it, and why aren't more women on it? Our Clinical Nurse Specialist, @niamhfkielb.bsky.social, talks about conversations she's had with friends & family - and the barriers we need to overcome to get more women accessing #PrEP. Read more: www.savinglivesuk.com/women-and-pr... #HIVSky

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Please share ❤️❤️❤️❤️ women can have PrEP and PEP too!!!

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PrEP - what is it, and why aren't more women on it? Our Clinical Nurse Specialist, @niamhfkielb.bsky.social, talks about conversations she's had with friends & family - and the barriers we need to overcome to get more women accessing #PrEP. Read more: www.savinglivesuk.com/women-and-pr... #HIVSky

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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.

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Groping, kissing, grabbing or touching without consent is not OK. It’s sexual assault. Even if it’s in a bar, club or sex venue. Respect consent. Respect boundaries. For help, advice and support, visit www.lgbthero.org.uk/sa

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This #HIVTestingWeek we're encouraging folk to take control of their health and #GetTested There's no such thing as a bad #HIV diagnosis - If negative you can take steps to stay negative (PrEP, condoms etc) - If positive you now know and can start treatment There's support for you no matter what ❤️

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Brilliant Picture Rachel! Great to see you breaking down barriers and challenging #HIV related #Stigma Great messages for #HIVtestingWeek #HIVsky #IDSky @thtorguk.bsky.social @nationalaidstrust.bsky.social @ftcbirmingham.bsky.social @londonftci.bsky.social

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NEWS: The Scottish Medicines Consortium (SMC) has approved CAB-LA, an injection taken every two months, for the prevention of #HIV on the NHS in Scotland 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 Pressure is now on NICE to follow suit for both England and Wales. #HIVTestingWeek #HIVsky #IDsky #PrEP #GUMsky

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Rachel visited her local sexual health service, feeling unwell after the end of a relationship. "By testing when I did, I was diagnosed early. #HIV hadn't damaged my immune system. Now my HIV treatment gives me the freedom to be me" ❤️ Be like Rachel and test this #HIVTestingWeek - freetesting.hiv

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#DYK someone living with #HIV on effective treatment, often just one pill a day, can live just as long & well as any of their peers. Treatment also stops them passing HIV onto their sexual partners or unborn children. It all starts with a test. #GetTested this #HIVTestingWeek at: freetesting.hiv

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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

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NEWS: Sir Keir Starmer, the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom, has become the first G20 leader to publicly take a #HIV test - with the hope that his example will encourage more people to come forward and get tested this #HIVTestingWeek. www.beyondpositive.org/2025/02/10/p...

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Today marks the start of #HIVTestingWeek in England. Did you know that there are thousands of people in the UK who don't realise that they're living with HIV? We can all do our part by testing for #HIV - and all it takes is one finger prick. Get your free test at: test.tht.org.uk/finder today.

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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

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The mind simply boggles 😢#IDSky #HIVSky

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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

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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

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This is unbelievable 👇🏾

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It's been great to attend #FastTrack2025 in Bristol today along with our partner Positive Peers Birmingham. It's clear that we've got a lot of work to do in Birmingham, and the wider West Midlands, to catch up with the likes of @fasttrackcymru.bsky.social! Thanks for everyone who spoke with us.

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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 💪🏽

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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

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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

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🚨 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

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Saving Lives had a really productive 2024: in partnership with @positivepeers.bsky.social we built an HIV peer support network for our region; we guarded the legacy of the Brum Ribbons; we collaborated with UKHSA on virus surveillance; and continued to offer home BBV testing. AGM on Friday. Onwards!

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Wishing each and every one of our followers a very #HappyNewYear - here's to a 2025 filled with love and peace. Also, we must thank all our incredible healthcare professionals and emergency services working tonight. You're awesome. Yes you.

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Here’s something exciting and NEW #HepatitisB Companion a NEW resource for people living with #HepB a great presentation by #SupaChantschool hepbcompanion.org @savinglives.bsky.social @drjand.bsky.social @paulsaxmd.bsky.social Please share to your communities #IDsky #HepatitisSky #noHep

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Looking forwards to a day of learning sharing at the 3rd National ED #HIV & #Hepatitis Optout testing day. So many great people here @thtorguk.bsky.social @nationalaidstrust.bsky.social @profkevinfenton.bsky.social @savinglives.bsky.social @eltonjohnaidsfoundation.org #IDsky #HepatitisSky #HIVsky

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✍️ 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...

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Hello we have moved to @bsky.app following the #Xodus from the other place. Looking to join the #HIVsky #IDSky #HepatitisSky #publicHealthSky #MedSky communities If you could add us we would be most grateful 🙏🏽 @fasttrackcymru.bsky.social @bhiva.bsky.social @nationalaidstrust.bsky.social

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Pls welcome @ftcbirmingham.bsky.social to @bsky.app ✊️🤝👏👏 Part of the Global #FastTrackCities initiative to eliminate #HIV #Hepatitis & #TB by 2030 #HIVsky #IDSky #HepatitisSky #publicHealthSky #MedSky @drjand.bsky.social @profchloeorkin.bsky.social @paulsaxmd.bsky.social @sebpoule.bsky.social

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This is a truly amazing achievement 👇🏾👇🏾 The first time a U.S. president has publicly acknowledged the stigma-busting, transmission-halting, life-changing development that is #UequalU #HIV #IDsky & #HIVsky say thankyou @brichman.bsky.social whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/… @savinglives.bsky.social

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#TeamSavingLives have been campaigning for opt-out testing of #HIV and other BBVs in Emergency Departments for years. It’s rewarding to see how, in such a short period of time, it’s already proving incredible effective. #HIVsky #IDsky #MedSky

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We’ve both been living with #HIV for over a decade We’re on the same one-pill-per-day treatment which means we’ll live just as long as our peers Medically, HIV isn’t an issue for us anymore. It’s the #stigma that continues to cause issues This #WorldAIDSDay check your privilege and your language.

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I may not have been invited to a fancy No.10 #WorldAIDSDay event, but at least I get to spend it with my husband - who is starting to make a recovery after nearly a week in hospital. Can’t wait to have you home, @jimmyavenger.bsky.social ❤️

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2 Years ago today on #WorldAIDSDay we revealed “The Ribbons” The #Birmingham #HIV and #AIDS memorial. A symbol to #Remember those lost, to #Celebrate their lives and #Educate future generations. It was an incredibly moving night… @savinglives.bsky.social

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I've updated both of the 'HIV and Sexual Health Huns' #StarterPack 🦠🧬 Two lists of incredible people and orgs working in #HIV, #SexualHealth, and allied fields for you to peruse or simply one-click follow 🥼🩺 Not included and would like to be? Drop me a DM 📬 #HIVsky #IDsky #GUMsky #STIsky #MedSky

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A very warm welcome to @bashhuk.bsky.social and @hivta.bsky.social who've joined BlueSky. Collaboration 🤝 Education

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Huge NEWS coming out of number 10 tonight #WorldAIDSday The UK Government is committing £27M to extend the Emergency Department #HIV opt out testing program. This will definitely Save Lives & help to end HIV transmission by 2030 @bhiva.bsky.social @thtorguk.bsky.social @savinglives.bsky.social

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Emergency Department Opt-Out #HIV Testing gets the green light by @10dowingstreet.bsky.social Read more about it here 👇🏾👇🏾 @savinglives.bsky.social www.savinglivesuk.com/pm-determine...

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Everyone at @savinglives.bsky.social is excited about this renewed momentum. Specifically, we’ve been working on a peer support network to enable our own region of the UK in making a whole-system success of opt-out testing. Essential to see funding for the global effort, too. Onwards.

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With #WorldAIDSDay approaching, we know the impact the Global Fund has had on tackling HIV and AIDS. Co chair David Mundell MP asked Anneliese Dodds MP about the next replenishment that will happen next year. Watch the answer here

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Optimist: The cup is half full. Pessimist: The cup is half empty. GUM: The cup is for you to urinate in. #GUMsky #HIVsky #STIsky #IDsky

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Please welcome our Medical Director, @docstevetaylor.bsky.social, to BlueSky. As well as being our Medical Director, Steve Taylor MBChB FRCP PhD, is a Consultant Physician in Sexual Health and HIV Medicine as well as the Clinical Service & Research Lead at Birmingham Heartlands’ HIV Service.

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