Apr 11, 2024 · There's still no general cure for HIV infection, although a handful of people across the world have become HIV-free after having risky stem cell transplants to treat cancer.

Jan 24, 2025 · Now a new study led by Stanford researchers has revealed that EBC-46 also shows immense potential for eradicating human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) infections. Compared to similar-acting agents, EBC-46 excels at activating dormant cells where HIV is hiding, the study found.

Jan 31, 2025 · Now, scientists have found promise in permanently eliminating the virus, thanks to a drug already approved by the FDA to fight cancer. Once a death sentence, human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) can...

Mar 17, 2023 · In the past 20 years, a handful of people have been cured of human immunodeficiency virus (HIV), the virus that causes AIDS, through intensive medical …

Jul 25, 2024 · During the 25th International AIDS Conference (AIDS 2024), being held in Munich, Germany, a new case of long HIV remission was reported and fuels optimism for an eventual HIV cure. In 2007, Timothy Brown, the so-called first Berlin patient, was the first person to be considered cured of HIV.

Mar 17, 2025 · Promising data suggest a drug could ward off HIV infection for a full year after a single injection, a potential breakthrough in so-called pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP). Researchers also reported that unusual antibodies could help people control HIV without antiretroviral drugs—a possible step toward a cure.

Apr 12, 2024 · There is no cure for HIV, but HIV treatment can reduce the amount of HIV in your body. There are two types of HIV treatment: pills and shots. Most people can get HIV under control within six months. HIV treatment prevents transmission to …

Feb 20, 2023 · Researchers are announcing that a 53-year-old man in Germany has been cured of HIV. Referred to as "the Dusseldorf patient" to protect his privacy, researchers said he is the …

Mar 26, 2024 · A new study shows virus-like particle can effectively 'shock and kill' latent HIV reservoir in those living with chronic HIV.

Mar 26, 2019 · Because of the nature of HIV infection, a cure for HIV can be defined in two ways: treatment-free remission and viral eradication. Many people living with HIV who adhere to regular antiretroviral therapy (ART) maintain undetectable levels of the virus in their blood.