Treatment

People living with HIV on effective treatment can’t pass it on to a partner.

HIV treatment goes by many names: combination therapy, antiretroviral therapy (ART), highly active antiretroviral therapy (HAART) and HIV meds, to name just a few. 

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Many people take just one pill once a day, although that pill contains several different drugs. HIV treatment involves taking a combination of drugs—usually three or more—every day to keep you healthy. With many HIV drugs and many combinations available, you are likely to find a treatment that works for you, with minimal or no side effects.

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Ultimately, effective HIV treatment and care allows people with HIV to live full and healthy lives.

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In Algoma, treatment is available through various options:

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 1)  Dr. Lucas Castellani via Medical Follow-up Clinic       at Sault Area Hospital in Sault Ste. Marie 

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 2) Dr. Roger Sandre via virtual visits through HAVEN

                 at Health Sciences North in Sudbury

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 3) Your GP/Physician 

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Source: https://www.catie.ca/en/practical-guides/yght/intro/what-treatment