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Zenzele is an ARV adherence program that promotes adherence to ARV treatment and encourages healthy living on ARVs as part of the HIV journey.

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The only way to know if someone is HIV positive is to get tested.

To order a FREE HIV self-screening kit, send your name, surname and “KNOWNOW” to 30956 or send a WhatsApp or “Please Call Me” to 079 035 5861.

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Going cruising is fun. But it’s not a good idea to put sex before safety. Visit safe places and always carry protection. Remember that drinking or drug use can cause unsafe decisions.

For free HIV services, please send your full name and “KNOWNOW” to 30956 or send a WhatsApp

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Should I tell my partner I have HIV, even if I have a low viral load and can’t pass it on to them during sex?

Yes, it’s a good idea to be open and honest with your partner, so you can take responsible and informed decisions together.

#UequalsU
#ARVAdherence
#UndetectableHIV

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Having an undetectable viral load is very good news for people living with HIV.

When your viral load is undetectable, you can’t pass on HIV to your partner during sex.

#UequalsU
#ARVAdherence
#UndetectableHIV

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Did you know: the South African government covers the cost of antiretrovirals so that they are free to the public at any local government clinic.

#ARVAdherence
#NotWithoutARVs

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The medications used to manage and ultimately treat HIV are called antiretroviral drugs (ARVs).

Staying on your prescribed ARV medication for a period of at least six months usually ensures that the HI virus is undetectable in your blood.

#ARVAdherence
#UndetectableHIV

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Viral load testing is done at certain intervals as you continue taking your ARVs correctly and consistently.

Outside of these intervals, you can ask your clinic sister or healthcare worker to test your HIV viral load to see if it’s undetectable.

#ARVAdherence
#UndetectableHIV

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What does having an undetectable HIV viral load mean?

It means that the HI virus circulating in your blood is so low that it cannot be detected. If it is undetectable, you’ll enjoy excellent health!
#ARVAdherence
#UndetectableHIV
#TheFutureIsOurs

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Dr Zanele Bikitsha recently spoke to Ayanda Ntuli and Noxolo Makhathini on Vibe 94.7 FM about what it means to have an #undetectable level of #HIV in your blood. Listen to the full interview here: https://t.co/r26LcgC27u #ARVAdherence #UndetectableHIV

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Did you know: viral load testing is done at certain intervals as you continue taking your #ARVs correctly and consistently. Alternatively, you can ask your clinic sister or healthcare worker to test your #HIV viral load to see if it’s undetectable.
#ARVAdherence
#UndetectableHIV

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🌻 The virus does not build up resistance to the #ARV medication so you won’t need to switch to another kind of ARV medication.

🌻 The chances of you having HIV-negative children are greatly enhanced (but not guaranteed).

#ARVAdherence
#TheFutureIsOurs
#UndetectableHIV

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[1/2] We wanted to list all the benefits of adhering to your #ARV medication programme!

🌻 Because the virus is so reduced in your body, it’s unable to harm you and make you sick.

🌻 You will feel healthy and well again.

#ARVAdherence
#TheFutureIsOurs
#UndetectableHIV

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Most doctors and healthcare workers know about the advantages of an #UndetectableHIV status. However, some may not. If your doctor or healthcare worker is not aware of these, please refer them to https://t.co/x9BnN4gy4x or our website: https://t.co/7EP8oDxDsB. #ARVAdherence

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If I have #HIV and then get #COVID19, should I still take my HIV medication? Yes, absolutely! You have a lower chance of falling seriously ill with Covid-19 if you are taking your #ARVs regularly.
#ARVAdherence
#UndetectableHIV

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Our wish is for all HIV+ people to consistently take their ARV medication to achieve an undetectable viral load.

An undetectable viral load will greatly reduce the risk of transmitting HIV while breastfeeding and sharing needles.

#ARVAdherence
#UndetectableHIV

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The future is ours! Take your #ARV medication every single day as prescribed to maintain an #undetectable viral load. If you don’t, your viral load will increase and you will start feeling sick and unhealthy. You will also put your partner at risk of acquiring #HIV through sex.

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Take the festivities outside this festive season to prevent the possible spread of covivi.
Don’t forget to sanitize, wear your mask and maintain social distancing when on the move.

Have a lovely festive season zikhokho.

#StaySafe #IzandlaZiyagezana
@healthza @CDCSouthAfrica

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What is U=U and how does it link to ARV's? To get to U=U status, follow this simple guide!
#ARVAdherence
#UndetectableHIV
#UequalsU

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Covivi crept in, and therefore it is important to mask up and sanitize your hands frequently. Unga worry, keep yourself and others safe skhokho!
Covid Never Rests!
#StaySafe
#IzandlaZiyagezana

@HealthZA
@CDCSouthAfrica

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If you’d like to know more about being healthy and achieving an #UndetectableHIV viral load through #ARVAdherence, check out our website: https://t.co/7EP8oDxDsB. You can send us a question or comment on the “Contact us” page. We’d love to hear from you.