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Is the Antenatal HIV Sentinel Survey Unveiling a Shift in HIV Trends?  HIV, known as the human immunodeficiency virus, targets the body’s infection-fighting cells, weakening its ability to combat illnesses. Transmission occurs through contact with specific bodily fluids, notably during unprotected intercourse or the sharing of injection drug tools. Without treatment, HIV can progress to […]

Where Does South Africa Stand in the Battle Against Influenza?  Influenza, also known as “flu”, is an acute respiratory infection caused by influenza viruses. Primarily, influenza spreads through respiratory droplets which you breathe in or get from contaminated surfaces. The most common seasonal influenza strains in South Africa are influenza A(H3N2), A(H1N1)pdm09, and influenza B.