UNICEF embarks on a HIV prevention project with Nassarawa State Govt

Mr Rabiu Musa, the Communication Officer, UNICEF, Kaduna State, officially declared that The United Nations Children’s Emergency Fund (UNICEF) is partnering with the Nasarawa State Government on Prevention of Mother to Child Transmission (PMTCT) of HIV/AIDS in Nigeri...

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Prof. Wole Soyinka charges FG to fulfill its promise to eliminate HIV/AIDS in Nigeria

Speaking on “Keep the Promise to AIDS” Video Campaign, Prof. Wole Soyinka pulled up the Federal Government to take seriously its obligation to eliminate HIV and AIDS in Nigeria by taking the responsibility of funding HIV treatment and management instead of depending on the...

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My name is Emeka, I am HIV positive – Entry 2

Last week, I started a series on this blog. The story of how I became HIV positive and my life afterwards. To read the first episode, click HERE...

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“HIV Does Define Me: There I've said it” – Bob Leahy

Bob Leahy. photo credit: POZ.com Bob Leahy, a long time survivor of HIV and an Activist has taken a greater leap in self empowerment as a HIV positive perso...

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MR. & MISS. ASSON 2018: Voting Results

Over the past week, the voting process for the Mr. & Miss. ASSON pageant contest has been open. Voters and fans from around the world has been voting their favorite Contestants to the to...

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How to use a Female Condom

The female condom is bigger than a male condom, but don’t worry: it’s not uncomfortable when you insert it correctly. If you can use a tampon, you can probably use a female condom...

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Recent studies show Young Women at Higher Risk of HIV

Recent studies have shown that during first sexual encounter, factors first sexual encounter, such as a woman’s age, the man’s age, use of condoms and whether the encounter is consensual can indicate future risk of HIV infection and gender-based violence, new research has...

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How to use a Male condom

Using a male condom is easy but must be worn correctly. Here’s what you need to know. How do I use a condom? Roll the condom on when your penis is erect (hard), but BEFORE it touches your partner’s mouth or genital area (vulva, vagina, anus, buttocks, and upper thighs) —...

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My name is Emeka, I am HIV positive – Entry 1

My name is Emeka, I am 21 years old and I am HIV positive. Being a HIV positive gay man has been the most challenging experience of my life, owing to the fact that my family and the country I live in will persecute me when they find out that I am HIV positive and also a gay...

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Daily Anti-HIV pills could be replaced by monthly HIV injections

Sequel to recent successful trials, people living with HIV who take Anti-HIV drugs daily to manage the disease may be able to switch to a monthly injection in time to com...

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What is a Condom?

Condoms are thin, stretchy pouches that you wear on your penis during sex. Condoms provide great protection from both pregnancy and STDs. They’re easy to use and easy to ge...

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