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HIV treatment is now so effective that life expectancy for people with HIV is no different to those without, if people are diagnosed and treated promptly. However people living with HIV consistently report experiencing a poorer quality of life and poor mental health as a result of their diagnosis. Furthermore HIV stigma in society compounds these issues whilst almost impacting on individuals being tested for HIV.
This grant funding is looking to address these issues by funding a local Voluntary Brigstowe to provide support to individuals affected by their HIV diagnosis, raise awareness of the impact of HIV stigma across Bristol and drive forward the actions in the HIV Fast Track Cities Action Plan which reports to the One City Office.