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AIDS Exhibit Explores Early Years of Epidemic
By Rachael Rettner published
A new exhibit at the New York Historical Society focuses on the impact of the disease in the first five years.

AIDS Epidemic: Is an End Possible?
By Rachael Rettner published
Experts are optimistic a way to stop the spread of AIDS will be found.

High-Risk HIV Behavior Declines in US
By Live Science Staff published
The number of men and women who report engaging in behaviors that increase the risk of HIV appears to have declined in recent years.
HIV Pill Seems to Succeed as a Preventative
By Live Science Staff published
Gay men may greatly lower their chances of being infected with HIV by taking a daily dose of a drug combination commonly used as a treatment for the virus, an international study has found.

The Best HIV Prevention Strategies Differ by At-Risk Group
By Amanda Chan published
From social marketing to the Internet, HIV prevention experts spread messages of safe sex and clean syringe use.

30 Years Later: AIDS by the Numbers
By Live Science Staff published
Today marks 30 years since the first cases of AIDS were reported in 1981.

Contraception Increases Risk of HIV Infection in Women
By Live Science Staff published
Taking hormonal contraception appears to make it easier for HIV to spread between heterosexual couples.
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