Posts Tagged ‘Immune Deficiency Syndrome’
AIDS still relevant today, not a disease of the past
December 14th, 2009 | 
Author: World AIDS Day began Dec. 1, 1988, and continues to be recognized annually each December. The day raises awareness about the disease and how it’s spread and explores the stigma attached to it. Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome (AIDS) is the final stage of HIV infection, which compromises the human immune system.
“In the absence of a cure or vaccine, the only hope of tackling HIV is to educate people on how to avoid contracting the virus in the first place – or passing it on if they are HIV positive,” said Vanessa Green, Group Head, Living with HIV at Standard Chartered.
Worldwide, 33.4 million people were living with HIV in 2008, up slightly from 2007. The increased availability of treatment allows more people with the infection to live longer and may account for the increase. Children still account for 2.1 million of people living with HIV.
Posted in AIDS, HIV, Night sweats | 
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Aloe Vera and Night Sweats.
Scientists have found that compounds in Aloe Vera have an antiviral effect, killed cancer cells, reduced the growth rate of tumors, protected the body against free radicals, and helped with allergies.
Aloe Vera has also been shown to activate whites blood cells and promotes growth of non-cancerous cells apparent cancer fighting properties. Trails on HIV/AIDS patients showed that fever and night sweats, diarrhea and opportunistic infections (which are usually responsible for the death of the AIDS patient) were controlled or eliminated in most patients.
IT is fast becoming the most courted plant on Earth. It is employed in making most household daily care products from toothpastes, cosmetics to healthful drinks. The Aloe Vera plant has a long history of healing power. Its ability to heal burns and cuts and soothe pain has been documented as far back as the 10th century.
Legend has it that Cleopatra used Aloe Vera to keep her skin soft. The modern use of Aloe Vera was first recognised in the 1930s to heal radiation burns. Since then, it has been a common ingredient in ointments that heal sunburn, minor cuts, skin irritation, and many other ailments.
Posted in AIDS, HIV, Night sweats, cancer |
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