{"id":3598,"date":"2021-08-17T02:40:12","date_gmt":"2021-08-17T02:40:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.teleleafrx.com\/?page_id=3598"},"modified":"2021-08-24T02:15:25","modified_gmt":"2021-08-24T02:15:25","slug":"hiv-aids","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.teleleafrx.com\/new-york\/hiv-aids\/","title":{"rendered":"HIV\/AIDS in New York"},"content":{"rendered":"

HIV\/AIDS Patients Can Qualify for Medical Marijuana Access in New York<\/h1>\n
The New York State Department of Health (NYS DOH<\/a>) lists HIV infection and AIDS among the qualifying conditions for medical marijuana eligibility.
\nMedical marijuana is an alternative treatment for patients with severe debilitating or life-threatening health conditions. These patients must obtain a medical marijuana card to access medical marijuana products in New York.
\nWith an MMJ card and a qualified doctor\u2019s recommendation, you can purchase medical marijuana from dispensaries across the state. Visit our New York page<\/a> to learn how to secure an MMJ card and access the medical marijuana products you need to help treat your HIV\/AIDS and related symptoms.<\/p>\n

HIV\/AIDS in NY<\/h2>\n
Some highlights from the 2019 New York State HIV\/AIDS Surveillance Annual Report (2019<\/a>): $\"Hiv$ <\/p>\n
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107,649 New Yorkers have been living with HIV as of December 2019.<\/li>\n
75% of New Yorkers with HIV are at least 40 years old.<\/li>\n
\u00a056% of New Yorkers with HIV are at least 50 years old.<\/li>\n
2,377 new people diagnosed with HIV; 45% decrease from 2009 (4,345)<\/li>\n
1,902 of the new HIV patients had no AIDS diagnosis.<\/li>\n
465 of the new HIV patients had concurrent HIV and AIDS.<\/li>\n
10 of the new HIV patients had uncertain concurrency.<\/li>\n
1,895 (79.7%) of the new HIV\/AIDS patients are assigned male at birth.<\/li>\n
482 (20.3%) of the new HIV\/AIDS patients are assigned female at birth.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
What Is HIV\/AIDS?<\/h2>\n
HIV\/AIDS<\/a> stands for human immunodeficiency virus and acquired immunodeficiency syndrome. People with HIV may or may not have AIDS.
\nHIV weakens a person\u2019s immune system by targeting, attacking, and destroying the cells that fight infections. The virus makes an HIV patient more vulnerable to other diseases.
\nHIV can develop into AIDS, which is a late-stage HIV infection.<\/strong> AIDS is when the body\u2019s immune system has suffered severe damage from HIV.
\nOnce people contract HIV, they have it for life. There is no effective cure for HIV, nor can the body fight the infection.<\/p>\n
Basic Information About HIV\/AIDS<\/h2>\n $\"Couple$ The only way to confirm a person\u2019s HIV status is to get tested<\/a>. HIV testing is a simple process that most clinics, health centers, and hospitals offer. Home testing kits are also available from pharmacies and online distributors.<\/p>\n
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends everyone between 13 and 64 years old get at least one HIV test.
\nAlthough there is no cure for HIV, proper medical care can help control HIV\u2019s effects. An HIV patient risks immune system deterioration without appropriate HIV treatment.<\/p>\n
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Types of HIV\/AIDS<\/h2>\n
The two main types of HIV<\/a> are:<\/p>\n
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HIV-1: This type is the most common. It has four groups with multiple strains. This HIV type transmits easily and progresses into AIDS quickly.<\/li>\n
HIV-2: This type is rare. HIV-2 mainly occurs in West Africa than in the U.S., with only 0.01% of all HIV cases across the nation. This HIV type is harder to transmit between people and takes longer to progress into AIDS than HIV-1.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n
Causes of HIV\/AIDS<\/h2>\n
Most people get HIV through unsafe sex practices. People who share needles and other drug injection equipment are also at high risk of contracting the virus.<\/p>\n
A person can also pass HIV during pregnancy or childbirth. As such, a person may be born with HIV and live with the virus. A child may also contract the virus through breastfeeding.<\/p>\n
Impact on Lifestyle of HIV\/AIDS<\/h2>\n
HIV\/AIDS impacts households, communities, and nations on top of individuals living with the virus. People living with HIV adjust their lifestyles to stay healthy and make sure others are protected.<\/p>\n
HIV\/AIDS can be a significant source of stress for people living with the virus. Thus, it impacts mental health just as much as it deteriorates physical health. In fact, depression<\/a> is a common mental health condition associated with HIV patients.<\/p>\n
Overview of HIV\/AIDS Symptoms -h2<\/h2>\n
HIV\/AIDS symptoms<\/a> vary depending on the infection\u2019s stage<\/a>.<\/p>\n
Stage 1: Acute HIV<\/h3>\n
Within two to four weeks of infection, an HIV patient may develop flu-like symptoms, including:<\/p>\n
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Cough $\"Aids$ <\/li>\n
Diarrhea<\/li>\n
Fever<\/li>\n
Headache<\/li>\n
Joint pain<\/li>\n
Muscle aches<\/li>\n
Night sweats<\/li>\n
Rash<\/li>\n
Sore throat<\/li>\n
Swollen lymph glands<\/li>\n
Weight loss<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Stage 2: Chronic HIV<\/h3>\n
In later phases of the virus, HIV patients may experience harsher levels of the initial symptoms. They may also develop chronic signs such as:<\/p>\n
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Oral yeast infection (thrush)<\/li>\n
Pneumonia<\/li>\n
Shingles (herpes zoster)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Stage 3: AIDS<\/h3>\n
As HIV progresses into AIDS, patients may experience the following symptoms:<\/p>\n
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Chills $\"Stop$ <\/li>\n
Chronic diarrhea<\/li>\n
Persistent, unexplained fatigue<\/li>\n
Recurring fever<\/li>\n
Skin rashes and bumps<\/li>\n
Sweats<\/li>\n
Swollen lymph glands<\/li>\n
Unusual lesions in the mouth, especially on the tongue<\/li>\n
Weakness<\/li>\n
Weight loss<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Types of HIV\/AIDS Treatments<\/h2>\n
Although there is no effective cure for HIV\/AIDS, antiretroviral therapy (ART<\/a>) exists to help reduce HIV in a person\u2019s body. Most people taking ART can control HIV\u2019s propagation within six months of treatment.<\/p>\n
However, taking HIV medicine does not prevent a person from transmitting the virus, sexually or otherwise. The CDC recommends people begin HIV treatment as soon as a diagnosis confirms they have the virus.<\/p>\n
Prevention of HIV\/AIDS<\/h2>\n
HIV prevention medicines exist to help control the virus\u2019s progression into AIDS. These medicines include:<\/p>\n
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Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP<\/a>):<\/strong> People at risk of HIV take this medicine to prevent contracting HIV through sexual intercourse or drug injections. PrEP is a prescription drug and is highly effective for preventing HIV.<\/li>\n
Post-Exposure Prophylaxis (PEP<\/a>):<\/strong> People take PEP after being potentially exposed to the virus. This prevention medicine is for emergencies. People must take PEP within 72 hours of suspected exposure to HIV.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Meanwhile, people can help prevent spreading HIV\/AIDS by practicing safe sex. Besides taking PrEP, condoms are highly effective HIV prevention tools. Condoms also help prevent other sexually transmitted diseases.<\/p>\n
People can also prevent HIV\/AIDS by ensuring they use clean injection equipment and new syringes. New York has Syringe Exchange Programs<\/a> to provide safe ways of obtaining syringes.<\/p>\n
Medical Marijuana For HIV\/AIDS<\/h2>\n
New York lists HIV and AIDS as one of the debilitating conditions that qualify for medical marijuana. Let our online platform help you get started through our HIPAA-compliant application.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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Impact on Lifestyle of HIV\/AIDS<\/h2>\nHIV\/AIDS impacts households, communities, and nations on top of individuals living with the virus. People living with HIV adjust their lifestyles to stay healthy and make sure others are protected.<\/p>\n