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🩺 Understanding HIV & Reproductive Health: Protecting Lives, Empowering Choices

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At LifeCare Wellness, we believe that good health begins with knowledge. HIV and reproductive health are deeply connected, and understanding this relationship can save lives, reduce stigma, and empower individuals — especially in our communities.

✅ What is HIV?

HIV (Human Immunodeficiency Virus) attacks the immune system, weakening the body’s ability to fight infections. If left untreated, it can lead to AIDS (Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome).

But here’s the good news: HIV is preventable and manageable. With the right care and awareness, people living with HIV can live long, healthy lives — and even raise healthy families.

❤️ Reproductive Health and HIV: Why It Matters

Reproductive health is about making safe and informed decisions about your body, relationships, and future. When combined with HIV awareness, it means:

  • Access to HIV testing and counseling

  • Use of protection (condoms) during sexual activity

  • Planning for safe pregnancies if living with HIV

  • Preventing mother-to-child transmission (PMTCT)

  • Encouraging mutual testing for couples

🛡️ Prevention is Power

Here’s how to stay protected and protect others:

  1. Know your status – Get tested regularly.

  2. Use protection – Condoms prevent both HIV and other STIs.

  3. Avoid risky behaviors – Limit number of sexual partners and avoid sharing sharp tools.

  4. Access PrEP or ART – PrEP (pre-exposure prophylaxis) is a daily pill for HIV prevention. ART (antiretroviral therapy) keeps HIV under control.

  5. Open communication – Talk with your partner about sexual health and testing.

🤝 No Stigma. Just Support.

HIV does not define a person. With love, care, and support from family, partners, and communities, people living with HIV can enjoy full and happy lives.

At LifeCare Center Lusanja, we promote confidential testing, counseling, and referrals for reproductive health services. You are not alone — we are here to walk with you.

📍 Visit Us Today

LifeCare Center Lusanja
Lubatu Zone, Kyamuwangaza Rd, Kiteezi
📞 Call/WhatsApp: +256 784 485552

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