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Imaging HIV's Inner Shell
By Joseph Piergrossi for the National Institutes of Health published
The most detailed image yet reveals the cocoon-like container that carries HIV's genome and could be a target for future antiretroviral therapies.

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.

Clue to Why Human Body Can't Fight HIV Discovered
By Live Science Staff published
Scientists think they've found a reason why humans can't fight HIV.

HIV Tests at the Dentist Could Reduce Disease Spread
By Rachael Rettner published
A new way of offering an HIV test at the dentist, through an opt-out approach, may increase its acceptance among patients.

14 Adults 'Cured' of HIV: Here's How
By Rachael Rettner published
Some adults who receive early HIV treatment are "cured" of the disease.
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