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We are part of the @savinglives.bsky.social family ❤️

Managing Editor: @positivelad.me ✍️

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Good morning, BlueSky!

We're just getting set up on here for now - but be sure to follow us for the latest #HIV, #Hepatitis and #GUM / #SexualHealth related news.

We also feature real-life stories and reviews.

#HIVSky #IDSky #GUMSky
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We believe that #TransMenAreMen, #TransWomenAreWomen, and that trans healthcare is just that - healthcare.

Our mission has not changed. We are with you.

Stronger together. 🏳️‍⚧️ 🏳️‍🌈

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April 16, 2025 at 2:24 PM
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Today’s news, whilst disappointing, is not the end.

Trans people are still protected by the 2010 Equality Act, and we will continue to stand alongside our trans friends, colleagues and service users through whatever comes next…

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April 16, 2025 at 2:24 PM
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Team Saving Lives was disappointed to hear UK Supreme Court’s ruling today on the legal definition of a woman.

We believe, and always have, that people flourish when they’re allowed to be their true authentic selves - inside and out…

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April 16, 2025 at 2:24 PM
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Today is #TransDayOfVisibility and now, more than ever, our trans siblings need us to stand with them.

They’re here, they’ve always been here, and they’re not going anywhere - no matter what politicians or lazy authors might think.

#LGBwithTheT 🏳️‍🌈 🏳️‍⚧️
March 31, 2025 at 11:15 AM
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SPEAR - a new study by UCL, CNWL NHS and @thelovetankcic.bsky.social is investigating the impact of #DoxyPEP (use of Doxycycline to prevent STIs after sex) on the gut microbiome 💊🔬

Participants can now apply - with incentives available.

More here: www.beyondpositive.org/2025/03/27/d...
UK DoxyPEP study recruiting participants - beyondpositive
SPEAR, a new study in the UK, is investigating the effect of DoxyPEP on the gut microbiome. The study is now recruiting participants.
www.beyondpositive.org
March 27, 2025 at 10:51 AM
SPEAR - a new study by UCL, CNWL NHS and @thelovetankcic.bsky.social is investigating the impact of #DoxyPEP (use of Doxycycline to prevent STIs after sex) on the gut microbiome 💊🔬

Participants can now apply - with incentives available.

More here: www.beyondpositive.org/2025/03/27/d...
UK DoxyPEP study recruiting participants - beyondpositive
SPEAR, a new study in the UK, is investigating the effect of DoxyPEP on the gut microbiome. The study is now recruiting participants.
www.beyondpositive.org
March 27, 2025 at 10:52 AM
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NEWS: #Birmingham expands opt-out #HIV & #Hepatitis testing to all emergency departments.

The scheme, aiming to get the UK to zero new HIV diagnoses by 2030, is part of the @ftcbirmingham.bsky.social initiative.

Similar schemes across the UK have already found over 7,300 new cases.

More here...
Birmingham rolls out opt-out HIV & Hepatitis testing in emergency depts
All patients aged 16 or more who have bloods taken at the emergency departments in Birmingham will be also be tested for HIV, Hep B, and Hep C as part of an opt-out testing scheme.
www.savinglivesuk.com
March 18, 2025 at 4:15 PM
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HIV research *SAVES LIVES*

HIV prevention *SAVES LIVES*

HIV treatment *SAVES LIVES*

S̲C̲I̲E̲N̲C̲E̲ S̲A̲V̲E̲S̲ L̲I̲V̲E̲S̲

(We're so passionate about it, it's almost like we named our charity because of it).

#SaveOurSciences #Resist #CROI2025 #HIVsky #MedSky #STEMsky #ScienceSky #HIV
The huge impact of US funding cuts are clear at #CROI2025 conference - with every session reporting crisis.

Poster spots left empty as registrants unable to attend.

Increased #HIV mortality predicted.

#BHIVA & UK protestors demonstrating in Yerba Buena Gardens, San Francisco.

#SaveOurSciences
March 11, 2025 at 11:00 AM
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PrEP - what is it, and why aren't more women on it?

Our Clinical Nurse Specialist, @niamhfkielb.bsky.social, talks about conversations she's had with friends & family - and the barriers we need to overcome to get more women accessing #PrEP.

Read more: www.savinglivesuk.com/women-and-pr...

#HIVSky
February 12, 2025 at 4:48 PM
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This #HIVTestingWeek we're encouraging folk to take control of their health and #GetTested

There's no such thing as a bad #HIV diagnosis
- If negative you can take steps to stay negative (PrEP, condoms etc)
- If positive you now know and can start treatment

There's support for you no matter what ❤️
February 12, 2025 at 10:04 AM
NEWS: The Scottish Medicines Consortium (SMC) has approved CAB-LA, an injection taken every two months, for the prevention of #HIV on the NHS in Scotland 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

Pressure is now on NICE to follow suit for both England and Wales.

#HIVTestingWeek #HIVsky #IDsky #PrEP #GUMsky
Scotland leads UK by approving CAB-LA for prevention of HIV
The Scottish Medicines Consortium (SMC) has approved CAB-LA, an injection taken every two months, for the prevention of HIV on the NHS in Scotland.
www.beyondpositive.org
February 11, 2025 at 12:58 PM
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Rachel visited her local sexual health service, feeling unwell after the end of a relationship.

"By testing when I did, I was diagnosed early. #HIV hadn't damaged my immune system. Now my HIV treatment gives me the freedom to be me" ❤️

Be like Rachel and test this #HIVTestingWeek - freetesting.hiv
February 11, 2025 at 12:12 PM
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#DYK someone living with #HIV on effective treatment, often just one pill a day, can live just as long & well as any of their peers.

Treatment also stops them passing HIV onto their sexual partners or unborn children. It all starts with a test.

#GetTested this #HIVTestingWeek at: freetesting.hiv
February 11, 2025 at 11:11 AM
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Just one finger prick is all it takes to check your #HIV status. It's that simple.

Once tested you can explore options to protect yourself from HIV, or start life saving treatment that means you cannot pass the virus on.

Either way, it all starts with a test.

#GetTested this #HIVTestingWeek
February 10, 2025 at 10:19 AM
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Today marks the start of #HIVTestingWeek in England.

Did you know that there are thousands of people in the UK who don't realise that they're living with HIV?

We can all do our part by testing for #HIV - and all it takes is one finger prick.

Get your free test at: test.tht.org.uk/finder today.
February 10, 2025 at 8:59 AM
NEWS: Sir Keir Starmer, the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom, has become the first G20 leader to publicly take a #HIV test - with the hope that his example will encourage more people to come forward and get tested this #HIVTestingWeek.

www.beyondpositive.org/2025/02/10/p...
Prime Minister takes a HIV test to kick off HIV Testing Week in England - beyondpositive
The Prime Minister has become the first G20 leader to publicly take a HIV test with the hope that it will encourage more people to test during HIV Testing Week.
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February 10, 2025 at 9:32 AM
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🚨 Done some exciting HIV research? 🧬

Thinking of submitting an abstract for the #BHIVA25 Spring Conference in Brighton?

The deadline is fast approaching for next Monday 20th January 2025 at 08:00am ⏰

Guidelines and how to submit can be found here: bhiva.org/event/bhiva-...

#HIVsky #IDsky #GUMsky
BHIVA Spring Conference 2025
bhiva.org
January 15, 2025 at 12:53 PM
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Everyone at @savinglives.bsky.social is excited about this renewed momentum. Specifically, we’ve been working on a peer support network to enable our own region of the UK in making a whole-system success of opt-out testing.

Essential to see funding for the global effort, too. Onwards.
November 28, 2024 at 8:07 PM
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A very warm welcome to @bashhuk.bsky.social and @hivta.bsky.social who've joined BlueSky.

Collaboration 🤝 Education
November 29, 2024 at 8:47 AM
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I've updated both of the 'HIV and Sexual Health Huns' #StarterPack 🦠🧬

Two lists of incredible people and orgs working in #HIV, #SexualHealth, and allied fields for you to peruse or simply one-click follow 🥼🩺

Not included and would like to be? Drop me a DM 📬

#HIVsky #IDsky #GUMsky #STIsky #MedSky
Fab to see more #HIV organisations joining Bluesky

Shout-out to @appghiv.bsky.social, @hiv-i-base.bsky.social, @positiveeast.bsky.social & @positivelyuk.bsky.social

I've added these & more to my two HIV & Sexual Health #StarterPacks

Pack 1: go.bsky.app/FgETwkU
Pack 2: go.bsky.app/Aewd8QP

#HIVsky
November 29, 2024 at 8:51 AM
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November 20, 2024 at 5:55 PM
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#HIVTesting saves lives
#HIVTesting reduces stigma
#HIVTesting empowers people to take control of their own health

#GetTested #KnowYourStatus #TreatmentWorks
#HIVSky #IDSky
As someone diagnosed with #HIV back in 2011, when tests were only done in-clinic (and slow), can I just say how INCREDIBLE it is to see affordable 15-min HIV tests on supermarket shelves?

We’ve come so far in just a few years - now to tackle #stigma and outdated perceptions!

#HIVSky #IDSky
November 18, 2024 at 4:38 PM
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Me in a medication review and optimisation meeting:

#HIVSky #GUMSky
November 18, 2024 at 10:34 AM
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Morning all 👋

I've had a fab response to my HIV & Sexual Health
#StarterPack so much so that I've had to create a second one.

If you're new here & want to follow some #HIV & #SexualHealth ICONS give these a one-click follow!

#1: go.bsky.app/FgETwkU
#2: go.bsky.app/Aewd8QP

#HIVSky #IDSky #GumSky
November 18, 2024 at 9:56 AM