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FAQ: Frequently Asked Questions
The Basics:
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U=U: “Undetectable = Untransmittable”, ie “Non-Detectable = Non-Contagious”.
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ART: Antiretroviral Treatment for HIV.
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TasP: "Treatment as Prevention".
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Viral load: The amount of HIV / ml.
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Untraceable viral load: Viral load count is below 50 copies of virus / ml, due to regular and effective antiretroviral therapy (ART) received by a person living with HIV.
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Untransmittable: HIV CANNOT be transmitted through intercourse when the viral load is Non-Detectable.
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STI: Sexually Transmitted Infections.
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PrEP: “Pre Exposure Prophylaxis” is a prophylactic treatment before exposure to HIV.
"U=U is a blessing, but only for those with access to HIV treatment"
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