Living with HIV & Navigating Aged Care: Download
The Facts - Ageing and HIV: Download

People with HIV who commence treatment early and who maintain effective control of their HIV viral load have a life expectancy no different from the general population. This has been clearly demonstrated in large studies of people in high income countries with access to best practice HIV clinical care.

However, HIV infection could still damage the immune system. HIV potentially causes premature ageing of the immune system, which means there may be at risk of disease at an earlier age or at slightly increased rates compared to the general population.

Potential health issues may include cardiovascular disease, cancer, chronic kidney disease, diabetes, osteoporosis, frailty, and neurocognitive deficits.

Positive Life NSW
Positive Life NSW is a peer-led community organisation offering free services for all people living with HIV in New South Wales.

Tel:(02) 8357 8386
Email: [email protected]
Website: positivelife.org.au