Reactive patients on ARVs are not at a greater risk of contracting Coronavirus.
People living with HIV and on effective antiretroviral treatment (ART) are not at greater risk of getting coronavirus.
Our understanding of the risk of developing severe COVID-19 in people living with HIV is evolving. Current evidence suggests that HIV is less of a risk factor for severe COVID-19 than other health conditions like chronic diseases.
People living with HIV not on treatment or virally suppressed and may be at a greater risk.
As with the general population, older people living with HIV and those with other underlying health conditions should take extra precautions to prevent illness.
Try to have at least a 30 days’ supply of ART in your home. If possible, ask for three months.
There is currently no evidence that people living with HIV are at a higher risk of being infected with coronavirus, the virus that causes COVID-19 illness.
Our understanding of the risk of developing severe COVID-19 in people living with HIV is evolving. Current evidence suggests that HIV is less of a risk factor for severe COVID-19 than other health conditions, such as high blood pressure, heart disease, lung disease, cancer, diabetes, or being over a certain age.
The best way to stay healthy is by taking your antiretroviral treatment.
People living with HIV who have a compromised immune system should be extra cautious to prevent coronavirus infection. These include people with:
1)Low CD4 count (
