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Microbicide research is developing a new method of HIV prevention that will allow individuals to apply a gel, cream, or film prior to sexual activity.

A new study reveals that a topical gel could stop the spread of HIV/AIDS to women.

Promising research worldwide has identified a chemical entity---EGCG--in green tea that prevents sexually-transmitted HIV infection and could inhibit the spread of AIDS.

A new study finds that the HIV virus can penetrate women's healthy genital skin, something scientists did not think possible, but the research could lead to vaccines.

Various treatment regimes are available to minimize the risks of infection after exposure to HIV, but the simplest solution is to always practise safer sex.

The lives of AIDS patients are hinging on new treatments, but preventing HIV infection is still a challenge. Here is a summary of recent developments.