&lt;h1 data-start=&quot;205&quot; data-end=&quot;268&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;How Can We End HIV in Hong Kong &amp;mdash; Together? Let&amp;rsquo;s Do It!&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/h1&gt;
&lt;hr /&gt;
&lt;p data-start=&quot;270&quot; data-end=&quot;524&quot;&gt;Hong Kong is one of the most dynamic, bustling cities in the world. From the neon-lit streets to the vibrant community spaces, it&amp;rsquo;s a city that thrives on energy, diversity, and connection. But like every global city, it faces challenges &amp;mdash; including HIV.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p data-start=&quot;526&quot; data-end=&quot;805&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Here&amp;rsquo;s the exciting truth:&lt;/strong&gt; &lt;strong data-start=&quot;553&quot; data-end=&quot;599&quot;&gt;We have the power to end HIV in Hong Kong!&lt;/strong&gt; It&amp;rsquo;s not just wishful thinking &amp;mdash; with the right actions, knowledge, and community spirit, we can stop new infections, support those living with HIV, and create a stigma-free, healthier future for everyone.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p data-start=&quot;807&quot; data-end=&quot;915&quot;&gt;Ready to jump in? Here are the &lt;strong data-start=&quot;838&quot; data-end=&quot;854&quot;&gt;four pillars&lt;/strong&gt; of ending HIV in Hong Kong &amp;mdash; and how you can play your part&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p data-start=&quot;807&quot; data-end=&quot;915&quot;&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h2 data-start=&quot;922&quot; data-end=&quot;983&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Test Often &amp;mdash; Because Knowledge is Your Superpower!&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;hr /&gt;
&lt;p data-start=&quot;985&quot; data-end=&quot;1260&quot;&gt;The first and most important step to ending HIV is knowing your status. &lt;span style=&quot;text-decoration: underline; color: #0000ff;&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;https://www.pulse-clinic.com.hk/hiv-testing&quot;&gt;Regular HIV testing&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/span&gt; saves lives and prevents transmission. Thanks to advancements in medical tech and community programs, getting tested in Hong Kong has never been easier, quicker, or more confidential.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h4 data-start=&quot;1262&quot; data-end=&quot;1283&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Why test often?&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/h4&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li data-start=&quot;1286&quot; data-end=&quot;1450&quot;&gt;&lt;strong data-start=&quot;1286&quot; data-end=&quot;1331&quot;&gt;Early detection = better health outcomes.&lt;/strong&gt; If you find out early, treatment can start immediately, keeping you healthy and preventing the virus from spreading.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li data-start=&quot;1453&quot; data-end=&quot;1582&quot;&gt;&lt;strong data-start=&quot;1453&quot; data-end=&quot;1479&quot;&gt;Protect your partners.&lt;/strong&gt; Knowing your status means you can take steps to keep your partners safe &amp;mdash; and that&amp;rsquo;s love in action!&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li data-start=&quot;1585&quot; data-end=&quot;1669&quot;&gt;&lt;strong data-start=&quot;1585&quot; data-end=&quot;1605&quot;&gt;It&amp;rsquo;s your right.&lt;/strong&gt; Regular testing is part of taking charge of your sexual health.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;p data-start=&quot;1671&quot; data-end=&quot;1974&quot;&gt;Hong Kong offers a range of places for anonymous and quick HIV testing &amp;mdash; from government clinics to NGOs like &lt;strong data-start=&quot;1781&quot; data-end=&quot;1807&quot;&gt;Pulse Clinic Hong Kong&lt;/strong&gt;, which provide friendly, non-judgmental support. For some, testing every 3 to 6 months is ideal, especially if you&amp;rsquo;re sexually active or belong to higher-risk groups.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p data-start=&quot;1976&quot; data-end=&quot;2087&quot;&gt;&lt;strong data-start=&quot;1976&quot; data-end=&quot;1986&quot;&gt;Bonus:&lt;/strong&gt; Many clinics now offer rapid testing with results in under 30 minutes &amp;mdash; no more nail-biting waiting!&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p data-start=&quot;1976&quot; data-end=&quot;2087&quot;&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h2 data-start=&quot;2094&quot; data-end=&quot;2144&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Treat Early &amp;mdash; Start Strong, Stay Strong!&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;hr /&gt;
&lt;p data-start=&quot;2146&quot; data-end=&quot;2382&quot;&gt;If your test comes back positive, don&amp;rsquo;t worry &amp;mdash; &lt;span style=&quot;text-decoration: underline; color: #0000ff;&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;https://www.pulse-clinic.com.hk/hiv-treatment-haart&quot;&gt;treatment&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/span&gt; has come a long way. Thanks to powerful antiretroviral therapy (ART), people living with HIV can live long, healthy lives. The key is to start treatment &lt;strong data-start=&quot;2357&quot; data-end=&quot;2381&quot;&gt;as early as possible&lt;/strong&gt;.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p data-start=&quot;2384&quot; data-end=&quot;2421&quot;&gt;Here&amp;rsquo;s why early treatment matters:&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li data-start=&quot;2424&quot; data-end=&quot;2492&quot;&gt;It keeps your immune system strong so you can live your best life.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li data-start=&quot;2495&quot; data-end=&quot;2659&quot;&gt;It lowers the amount of HIV in your blood to undetectable levels &amp;mdash; which means &lt;strong data-start=&quot;2574&quot; data-end=&quot;2657&quot;&gt;you cannot transmit the virus to others (&lt;span style=&quot;text-decoration: underline; color: #0000ff;&quot;&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;https://www.pulse-clinic.com.hk/hiv-clinic-undetectable-untransmittable-hongkong&quot;&gt;U=U: Undetectable = Untransmittable&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/span&gt;!).&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li data-start=&quot;2662&quot; data-end=&quot;2727&quot;&gt;It prevents HIV from progressing to AIDS, reducing complications.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;p data-start=&quot;2729&quot; data-end=&quot;3006&quot;&gt;Hong Kong&amp;rsquo;s healthcare providers are well-equipped to help you access ART quickly. Clinics like Pulse Clinic don&amp;rsquo;t just provide treatment; they offer holistic support including counseling, mental health care, and community resources to make your journey smooth and stigma-free.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p data-start=&quot;2729&quot; data-end=&quot;3006&quot;&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h2 data-start=&quot;3013&quot; data-end=&quot;3060&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Use Protection &amp;mdash; Your Best Defense!&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;hr /&gt;
&lt;p data-start=&quot;3062&quot; data-end=&quot;3221&quot;&gt;Prevention is the name of the game. Using protection consistently and correctly reduces the risk of HIV and other sexually transmitted infections dramatically.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h4 data-start=&quot;3223&quot; data-end=&quot;3249&quot;&gt;&lt;strong data-start=&quot;3223&quot; data-end=&quot;3247&quot;&gt;Here&amp;rsquo;s your toolkit:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/h4&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li data-start=&quot;3252&quot; data-end=&quot;3361&quot;&gt;&lt;strong data-start=&quot;3252&quot; data-end=&quot;3264&quot;&gt;Condoms:&lt;/strong&gt; The most accessible and effective barrier method available. Don&amp;rsquo;t forget &amp;mdash; use one every time!&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li data-start=&quot;3364&quot; data-end=&quot;3588&quot;&gt;&lt;strong data-start=&quot;3364&quot; data-end=&quot;3400&quot;&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;text-decoration: underline; color: #0000ff;&quot;&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;https://www.pulse-clinic.com.hk/hiv-prep&quot;&gt;PrEP (Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis)&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/span&gt;:&lt;/strong&gt; A daily pill for people at higher risk of HIV that dramatically reduces chances of infection. PrEP is available in Hong Kong through clinics like Pulse Clinic and can be a game-changer.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li data-start=&quot;3591&quot; data-end=&quot;3744&quot;&gt;&lt;strong data-start=&quot;3591&quot; data-end=&quot;3627&quot;&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;text-decoration: underline; color: #0000ff;&quot;&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;https://www.pulse-clinic.com.hk/hiv-pep&quot;&gt;PEP (Post-Exposure Prophylaxis)&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/span&gt;:&lt;/strong&gt; An emergency medication you take after potential exposure to HIV &amp;mdash; but remember, it must be started within 72 hours!&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;p data-start=&quot;3746&quot; data-end=&quot;3919&quot;&gt;Using protection is an act of care &amp;mdash; for yourself, your partners, and your community. It&amp;rsquo;s about being smart and respectful while enjoying your sexual health to the fullest.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p data-start=&quot;3746&quot; data-end=&quot;3919&quot;&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h2 data-start=&quot;3926&quot; data-end=&quot;4000&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Tell Everyone About This &amp;mdash; Break the Silence, Smash the Stigma!&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;hr /&gt;
&lt;p data-start=&quot;4002&quot; data-end=&quot;4188&quot;&gt;Ending HIV isn&amp;rsquo;t just about medicine &amp;mdash; it&amp;rsquo;s about culture. Stigma and misinformation keep people from getting tested, starting treatment, or talking openly. It&amp;rsquo;s time to flip the script!&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p data-start=&quot;4190&quot; data-end=&quot;4237&quot;&gt;Talking openly about HIV does amazing things:&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li data-start=&quot;4240&quot; data-end=&quot;4318&quot;&gt;It &lt;strong data-start=&quot;4243&quot; data-end=&quot;4265&quot;&gt;normalizes testing&lt;/strong&gt; and treatment, making it a routine part of health.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li data-start=&quot;4321&quot; data-end=&quot;4397&quot;&gt;It encourages &lt;strong data-start=&quot;4335&quot; data-end=&quot;4359&quot;&gt;honest conversations&lt;/strong&gt; about sexual health and prevention.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li data-start=&quot;4400&quot; data-end=&quot;4491&quot;&gt;It builds &lt;strong data-start=&quot;4410&quot; data-end=&quot;4449&quot;&gt;stronger, more informed communities&lt;/strong&gt; that support each other without judgment.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;p data-start=&quot;4493&quot; data-end=&quot;4675&quot;&gt;Be the change: share what you know with friends, family, or online. Join community events, support awareness campaigns, or just start that sometimes tough but necessary conversation.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p data-start=&quot;4493&quot; data-end=&quot;4675&quot;&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h3 style=&quot;text-align: center;&quot; data-start=&quot;6221&quot; data-end=&quot;6338&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Book an appointment to get advice from experts who care.&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/h3&gt;
&lt;p style=&quot;text-align: center;&quot; data-start=&quot;6221&quot; data-end=&quot;6338&quot;&gt;&lt;strong data-start=&quot;6221&quot; data-end=&quot;6332&quot;&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;https://www.pulse-clinic.com.hk/booking&quot;&gt;&lt;img src=&quot;https://cms.eu-health.org/Files/Buttons/Booking-an-appointment-at-PULSE-CLINIC.png&quot; width=&quot;300&quot; height=&quot;33&quot; /&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h5 style=&quot;text-align: center;&quot; data-start=&quot;5938&quot; data-end=&quot;6214&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Because when we test often, treat early, protect ourselves, and spread the word &amp;mdash; we&amp;rsquo;re unstoppable.&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/h5&gt;
&lt;p data-start=&quot;4493&quot; data-end=&quot;4675&quot;&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p data-start=&quot;4493&quot; data-end=&quot;4675&quot;&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h2 data-start=&quot;4682&quot; data-end=&quot;4714&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Why Hong Kong? Why Now?&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;hr /&gt;
&lt;p data-start=&quot;4716&quot; data-end=&quot;5034&quot;&gt;Hong Kong is uniquely positioned to lead the way in ending HIV in Asia. With top-notch healthcare infrastructure, growing community activism, and innovative clinics like &lt;strong data-start=&quot;4886&quot; data-end=&quot;4912&quot;&gt;Pulse Clinic Hong Kong&lt;/strong&gt;, we have the tools and the talent. But the real power lies with &lt;em data-start=&quot;4977&quot; data-end=&quot;4982&quot;&gt;you&lt;/em&gt; &amp;mdash; the community that cares, educates, and supports.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p data-start=&quot;5036&quot; data-end=&quot;5303&quot;&gt;The fight against HIV is not a solo mission. Whether you&amp;rsquo;re living with HIV, are HIV-negative, or unsure &amp;mdash; every step you take helps. Every test you encourage, every safe sex practice you follow, and every stigma you challenge pushes us closer to zero new infections.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p data-start=&quot;5036&quot; data-end=&quot;5303&quot;&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h2 data-start=&quot;5310&quot; data-end=&quot;5362&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Your Personal Action Plan to End HIV in Hong Kong&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;hr /&gt;
&lt;p data-start=&quot;5364&quot; data-end=&quot;5750&quot;&gt;&lt;strong data-start=&quot;5364&quot; data-end=&quot;5375&quot;&gt;Step 1:&lt;/strong&gt; Schedule your HIV test today. Don&amp;rsquo;t wait, don&amp;rsquo;t hesitate. Check out &lt;span style=&quot;text-decoration: underline; color: #0000ff;&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;https://www.pulse-clinic.com.hk/booking&quot;&gt;Pulse Clinic&amp;rsquo;s easy booking online&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/span&gt;.&lt;br data-start=&quot;5479&quot; data-end=&quot;5482&quot; /&gt;&lt;strong data-start=&quot;5482&quot; data-end=&quot;5493&quot;&gt;Step 2:&lt;/strong&gt; If positive, start &lt;span style=&quot;text-decoration: underline; color: #0000ff;&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;https://www.pulse-clinic.com.hk/hiv-treatment-haart&quot;&gt;treatment&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/span&gt; immediately &amp;mdash; clinics are ready to support you.&lt;br data-start=&quot;5570&quot; data-end=&quot;5573&quot; /&gt;&lt;strong data-start=&quot;5573&quot; data-end=&quot;5584&quot;&gt;Step 3:&lt;/strong&gt; Use protection &amp;mdash; condoms, &lt;span style=&quot;text-decoration: underline; color: #0000ff;&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;https://www.pulse-clinic.com.hk/hiv-prep&quot;&gt;PrEP&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/span&gt;, or &lt;span style=&quot;text-decoration: underline; color: #0000ff;&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;https://www.pulse-clinic.com.hk/hiv-pep&quot;&gt;PEP&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/span&gt; &amp;mdash; whatever fits your lifestyle best.&lt;br data-start=&quot;5660&quot; data-end=&quot;5663&quot; /&gt;&lt;strong data-start=&quot;5663&quot; data-end=&quot;5674&quot;&gt;Step 4:&lt;/strong&gt; Talk about it. Share the facts, debunk myths, and support those around you.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p data-start=&quot;5364&quot; data-end=&quot;5750&quot;&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h2 data-start=&quot;5757&quot; data-end=&quot;5790&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Ready to Join the Movement?&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;hr /&gt;
&lt;p data-start=&quot;5792&quot; data-end=&quot;5936&quot;&gt;Ending HIV is possible, but only if we do it &lt;strong data-start=&quot;5837&quot; data-end=&quot;5849&quot;&gt;together&lt;/strong&gt;. Hong Kong&amp;rsquo;s future can be HIV-free, bright, and full of health, hope, and acceptance.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p data-start=&quot;6221&quot; data-end=&quot;6338&quot;&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h3 style=&quot;text-align: center;&quot; data-start=&quot;6221&quot; data-end=&quot;6338&quot;&gt;&lt;strong data-start=&quot;6221&quot; data-end=&quot;6332&quot;&gt;Book your confidential test now!&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/h3&gt;
&lt;p style=&quot;text-align: center;&quot; data-start=&quot;6221&quot; data-end=&quot;6338&quot;&gt;&lt;strong data-start=&quot;6221&quot; data-end=&quot;6332&quot;&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;https://www.pulse-clinic.com.hk/booking&quot;&gt;&lt;img src=&quot;https://cms.eu-health.org/Files/Buttons/Booking-an-appointment-at-PULSE-CLINIC.png&quot; width=&quot;300&quot; height=&quot;33&quot; /&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h5 style=&quot;text-align: center;&quot; data-start=&quot;6221&quot; data-end=&quot;6338&quot;&gt;&lt;strong data-start=&quot;6221&quot; data-end=&quot;6332&quot;&gt;Hong Kong, let&amp;rsquo;s end HIV &amp;mdash; one test, one treatment, one conversation at a time. The future is in our hands!&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/h5&gt;

10 Men’s Health & Urological Conditions Linked to Diabetes

Mycoplasma Genitalium: The Sneaky STI Flying Under the Radar

How We Can End HIV in Hong Kong Together: Test, Treat, Protect & Spread the Word

WHAT ELSE DO YOU NEED TO KNOW