HIV statistics 2023
As 10.10.2023, 128-HIV-infected persons have been diagnosed in Estonia. A total of 10,710 people have been diagnosed with HIV in Estonia over the years. More information: from the link
Entries by Vassili Skripkin
World Mental Health Day 2023
World Mental Health Day 2023 – Mental health is a universal human right. World Mental Health Day 2023 is an opportunity for people and communities to unite behind the theme ‘Mental health is a universal human right” to improve knowledge, raise awareness and drive actions that promote and protect everyone’s mental health as a universal […]
Is corporate support for LGBT+ community breaking prejudices in Estonia?
Baltic Pride 2023 in Tallinn, Saturday, June 10, 2023. Source: Siim Lõvi / ERR Shameema Binte Rahman explores Estonian companies’ support during the Baltic Price Festival and for the LGBT+ cause in Estonia in general. She is pliant in allowing others to address her as “she” or “they” but implores to remain anonymous when talking […]
Friday’s World Heart Day
Cardiovascular diseases are the leading cause of death globally. The good news is that most of them can be prevented by addressing risk factors: maintaining a healthy diet, increasing physical activity, avoiding tobacco & reducing alcohol consumption. More tips to keep your heart healthy from the World Health Organization (WHO) on Friday’s World Heart Day: https://www.who.int/…/cardiovascular-diseases-(cvds)
Festheart Festival in Tartu and Rakvere
Autumn in Estonia promises to be a season filled with cultural events, and one of the most anticipated among them is the Festheart Festival, which will take place in Tartu and Rakvere. This film arts festival promises to offer unique cinematic experiences to its audience. The Festheart Festival stands out for its richness and diversity. […]
EUROPEAN COMMISSION AUTHORISES ViiV HEALTHCARE’S APRETUDE (CABOTEGRAVIR LONG-ACTING AND TABLETS) FOR HIV PREVENTION
Given as few as six times per year, cabotegravir has demonstrated superior efficacy to a daily oral PrEP option (FTC/TDF tablets) in reducing the risk of HIV acquisition in clinical trials.1,2,3,4 With approximately 100,000 people newly diagnosed with HIV each year in Europe,5 expanding HIV prevention options is crucial in reducing HIV transmission. London, 19 September […]
We introduce a new visual style created by Noit, a development and design studio.
We introduce a new visual style created by Noit, a development and design studio. As part of the “MSM Checkpoint EHPV” project, supported by the Elton John Foundation and the Estonian Network of People Living with HIV, we have developed a series of banners that inform about the important services provided by MSM EHPV checkpoints […]
Cell reports medicine
Highlights • Venetoclax delays viral rebound in a humanized mouse model of HIV infection • Venetoclax depletes intact HIV DNA ex vivo in cells from people living with HIV on ART • The HIV reservoir is enriched in cells with higher expression of BH3-only proteins Summary HIV-1 persists indefinitely in people living with HIV (PLWH) on antiretroviral therapy […]
Introducing the Baltic Refugee Support Hub!
🌟 Introducing the Baltic Refugee Support Hub! 🌍🤝 In the wake of russian aggression and invasion of Ukraine in 2022, a wave of refugees found their way to the shores of Europe, seeking safety and solace. The numbers were staggering – over 8 million refugees across Europe, with more than 500,000 finding refuge in the […]
2023 UNAIDS GLOBAL AIDS UPDATE RAPORT
Foreword This report makes clear that there is a path to end AIDS. Taking that path will help ensure preparedness to address other pandemic challenges, and advance progress across the Sustainable Development Goals. The data and case studies in the report make it very clear what that path is. It is not a mystery. It […]