If it boils down to the HIV status of 2 prospective life partners (both ticked all the boxes in my qualifications list), Iโd choose the one who is poz as me. Bec only a poz can โfullyโ understand another poz.
Scientists have achieved a groundbreaking milestone in the fight against HIV by developing a CRISPR-based therapy that removes HIV DNA from infected human cells and prevents the virus from returning. This revolutionary approach targets the viral genetic material directly, effectively erasing HIV from the cellโs genome and halting its ability to replicate.
In laboratory studies, treated cells showed no signs of viral rebound, offering a potential pathway toward a permanent cure for HIV, a disease that has affected millions globally. Unlike traditional antiretroviral therapies, which only suppress the virus, this CRISPR therapy tackles the root cause, providing hope for a one-time treatment with long-lasting effects.
"Being HIV positive has opened my eyes to the strength and resilience of the human spirit. It has shown me that we can overcome any obstacle with determination and support." - Maria Mejia
Yesterday, Iโve been living a decade as a PLHIV. 10 years back, I thought I was gonna die first among my friends & cousins. In the recent years,Iโve witnessed even younger people I know passed on.This disease is not a death sentence. If anything,it pushed me to embrace life more.