Since the discovery of the HIV as the causative agent for AIDS, many attempts have been directed towards a vaccine or prophylactic measure. Our immune system has evolved to attack foreign molecules, but viruses like HIV have found ways to hide their unique parts and masquerade as human molecules. PDF
HIV infection has changed the epidemiology of tuberculosis and is now considered the main risk factor for extra-pulmonary involvement. In recent years, molecular techniques have emerged as promising diagnostic tools. Only Xpert MTB/Rif assay has been advocated by the WHO for diagnosis of extra-pulmonary TB. PDF
Respiratory symptoms are varying in HIV-infected patients and among them; airway hyperactivity from bronchial asthma is relatively frequent. We present a case of a severe bronchial asthma attack caused by occupational asthma, in a patient that was not previously identified as HIV-positive. PDF
Male sterilization through vasectomy is far less expensive, less invasive, safer and more effective than female sterilization through tubal ligation. The aim of this study was to assess knowledge and attitude of married men towards vasectomy and associated factors in Gondar City Administration, northwest Ethiopia. PDF
In 1996 in Zimbabwe and most parts of the world, an HIV diagnosis meant certain death. This was at a time when the Ministry of Health and other partners where running public service campaigns that showed images of sickly people, almost skeletal to advocate for change from risky sexual behaviours. PDF