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High rates of starting and staying on PrEP in pregnant South African women, despite barriers

High initiation and persistence on pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) has been documented in pregnant women in Cape Town, South Africa, with 91% of those offered PrEP starting it and nearly half of those continuing to take PrEP six months later. While women who had given birth and those reporting side effects were less likely to stay… Read More: High rates of starting and staying on PrEP in pregnant… »

Dan’s extreme push to lock out Aussies

Victorian Premier Daniel Andrews has flagged he is willing to lead national talks on whether the number of Aussie citizens allowed back into the country should be drastically slashed. Speaking at a press conference where he announced a snap five-day lockdown in Victoria after the virus again escaped from hotel quarantine, Mr Andrews suggested the… Read More: Dan’s extreme push to lock out Aussies »

Anam wins “Best SMS Firewall” at Juniper Telco Innovation 2021 awards

February 2021, Dublin Ireland Innovative use of analytics, machine learning and Managed Service is a key differentiator for Anam whose successful management of A2P grey route leakage on the mobile network fuelled significant customer growth during 2020. Anam, the leading Mobile Operator partner for monetizing grey route messaging, is delighted to announce that the company… Read More: Anam wins “Best SMS Firewall” at Juniper Telco Innovation 2021… »

As AIDS recedes, HIV stigma evolves in rural South Africa

Widely available ART in rural South Africa has led to dramatic decreases in AIDS-related mortality over the last few years. A new qualitative study has revealed that HIV is now seen as a ‘preferred’ chronic illness when compared to cancer, diabetes and hypertension. However, this research also questions whether these shifts have led to a… Read More: As AIDS recedes, HIV stigma evolves in rural South Africa »