HIV stands for Human Immunodeficiency Virus. HIV affects the body’s immune system.

The HIV virus is found in semen, blood, rectal fluids, vaginal fluids and breast milk.

HIV needs to be diagnosed by a blood test. The vast majority of people with HIV will not have any symptoms.

Testing for HIV is straightforward, highly accurate and is the only way to know if you are

If your test shows that you have HIV, you will be referred to a specialist for further advice

This means that you do not have HIV. This is a really good opportunity to learn more about

Although there is no cure for HIV, there are effective treatments available that allow people

HIV medication taken within 72 hours of exposure to HIV and continued for 28 days.

Viral load is the term used to describe the amount of HIV in the body at any one time