Bayelsa State Agency For The Control of Hiv/Aids

Bayelsa State Agency For The Control of Hiv/Aids The Bayelsa State Agency For The Control of Hiv/Aids(BYSACA)is an organization dedicated to comprehensive HIV/AIDS coordination in Bayelsa State.

We are the state's representation in the battle against AIDS.

General Knowledge on HIV/AIDS* HIV is a virus that attacks and weakens the body's immune system* It is HIV that causes A...
26/09/2023

General Knowledge on HIV/AIDS

* HIV is a virus that attacks and weakens the body's immune system

* It is HIV that causes AIDS by infecting and damaging part of the body's defences against infection namely the white blood cells

* Not everyone that is infected with HIV is considered to have AIDS

* About half of new HIV infections are in people aged 15-24, the range in which most people start their s*xual lives

* Women are twice as likely as men to get HIV from one act of unprotected s*x.

* Every person infected with HIV deserves compassion and support

* Never discriminate people who are infected, it is a violation of individual human rights.

*Remember that HIV is not a death sentence!*

Visit any health centre to get tested, it pays to know your HIV status

HIV - 'Human Immunodeficiency Virus.'The most common ways one can become infected with HIV:1. S*x- One can get HIV by ha...
29/08/2023

HIV - 'Human Immunodeficiency Virus.'

The most common ways one can become infected with HIV:

1. S*x- One can get HIV by having unprotected vaginal, a**l or oral s*x with an infected person.
(Use a condom)

2. Being born with HIV
Mothers who are HIV positive can transmit the virus to their babies during pregnancy, delivery or even though breastfeeding.
(HIV positive mother's are advised to adhere to taking their medications, Antiretroviral)

3. Infected blood and blood products.
If a person receives blood transfusion with HIV positive blood or received an infected organ transplant, he or she can become infected with HIV.

4. Infected sharp objects
One can get HIV by using needles, syringes, blades and other sharp objects infected with HIV.

HIV Prevention through Pre-exposure prophylaxis _Some facts you should know_ 👇- Pre-exposure prophylaxis, PrEP is the us...
08/07/2023

HIV Prevention through Pre-exposure prophylaxis

_Some facts you should know_ 👇

- Pre-exposure prophylaxis, PrEP is the use of Antiretroviral drugs by HIV uninfected persons to prevent the acquisition of HIV before exposure to HIV.

- It is needed during periods of high HIV risk and can be discontinued if you feel you are no longer at risk of exposure to HIV.

- It is a supplement rather than a replacement for condoms.

- It is not meant to replace or be a substitute for existing interventions

- The World Health Organization, WHO recommends that PrEP should be offered as an additional prevention choice for people at substantial risk of HIV infection as part of HIV Prevention.

19/06/2023

HIV still dey the area oo, abeg make una dey wear condom

HIV is not a Death Sentence!With proper treatment people living with HIV can live a normal life span. Remember this 👇-HI...
19/06/2023

HIV is not a Death Sentence!

With proper treatment people living with HIV can live a normal life span.
Remember this 👇
-HIV is not a punishment from God.

- HIV cannot be transmitted through witchcraft.

- HIV is not cured by s*xual in*******se with a virgin

- HIV is not cured through the use of herbal medicine

- HIV does not discriminate between types of people

- Be Cautious, HIV still exists

Stop the Stigmatization and Discrimination of people living with HIVHIV is not transmitted through:- Touching or Hugging...
05/06/2023

Stop the Stigmatization and Discrimination of people living with HIV

HIV is not transmitted through:

- Touching or Hugging

- Sharing drinking glasses

- Through mosquito or insect bites

- Kissing with an infected person without cut
or bleeding

- Casual contact with someone who has HIV

- Contacting tears, saliva, sweat, urine

- Eating at the same table with an HIV
positive person

- Playing with an infected person

22/05/2023

Some Key HIV Terms and Terminologies

AIDS- Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome

ART- Antiretroviral Therapy

ARV- Antiretrovirals

ASWHAN- Association of Women Living with HIV/AIDS in Nigeria

AYPLHIV- Adolescent and Young people Living with HIV

ANC- Antenatal Care

BBFSW- Brothel based Female S*x Worker

BCC- Behavior Change Communication

CBO- Community Based Organization

EID- Early Infant Diagnosis

EMTCT- Elimination of Mother to Child Transmission

GBV- Gender Based Violence

HCT- HIV Counseling and Testing

HIVST- HIV Self Testing

HTS- HIV Testing Services

*HIV Positive- What do I do** Enroll for treatment in any facility. Treatment for HIV is referred to as Antiretroviral t...
22/05/2023

*HIV Positive- What do I do*

* Enroll for treatment in any facility. Treatment for HIV is referred to as Antiretroviral therapy, ART

* Practice safer s*x

* Encourage past and present s*xual partners to get tested

* Adhere to treatment

* Prevent unborn babies from becoming affected in the case of pregnancy

* Enroll in a support group for love and support

Remember HIV still exists. It can be Prevented, it can be Treated.

10/04/2023

*7 Myths about HIV*

A myth is a false belief or idea widely held and used by many people.

There are still many myths surrounding HIV and AIDS issues which are:

1. *Herbal medicine can cure HIV*
There is still no cure for HIV. Herbal or traditional medicines interact poorly with Antiretrovirals.

2. *Only certain persons can be affected*
HIV never discriminates between people although some persons are more vulnerable to HIV infection due to their risky s*xual behaviors.

3. *People living with HIV cannot have children safely*
A pregnant woman who is HIV positive, using Antiretroviral has a 1% or less risk of transmitting HIV to the baby if she adheres to her medication during and after her pregnancy, at least 4-6weeks after birth.

4. *Having s*xual in*******se with a virgin can cure or protect you from being infected*
This is false, the methods of HIV prevention are use of Condoms or Pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP)

5. *HIV is transmitted through witchcraft*
No. There is no witch that can transmit HIV.

6. *HIV is a punishment from God*
No. HIV is only caused by the activities of men and women.

7. *HIV kills quickly*
With proper treatment, people living with HIV can live a normal life span. *HIV is not a death sentence!*

HIV is Real and Still Exists!HIV, Human Immunodeficiency Virus can be found in body fluids such asBloodSemenVaginal Flui...
09/03/2023

HIV is Real and Still Exists!

HIV, Human Immunodeficiency Virus can be found in body fluids such as
Blood
Semen
Vaginal Fluids
Breast milk

To get HIV, one of these fluids from an infected person has to get inside your body.

However, the most common ways to become infected with HIV is
* Unprotected s*x with an infected person

* Birthing process where a mother is HIV positive during pregnancy, delivery or breastfeeding

* Infected sharp objects such as syringes, blades, needles etc

* Infected blood
Blood transfusion with HIV blood or infected organ transplant.

However, HIV is not a death sentence!

7 Basic Information about HIVHIV is Human Immunodeficiency Virus and AIDS is Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome.1. HIV ...
17/01/2023

7 Basic Information about HIV

HIV is Human Immunodeficiency Virus and AIDS is Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome.

1. HIV still exists and there is still no cure.

2. HIV can damage a person's immune system, that part of the body that fights infection to keep the body healthy.

3. When a person's immune system is damaged, the person begins to get frequent diseases and illnesses, they are said to have AIDS.

4. AIDS is a syndrome that makes one vulnerable to some diseases due to a damaged immune system.

5. However, HIV is not a death sentence. With proper treatment, people live with HIV for several years without having AIDS.

6. People do not die of HIV or AIDS but HIV related illnesses.

7. Testing for HIV is free, HIV treatment is free. Know your HIV status now!

NEWSThe Bayelsa State Agency for the Control of AIDS, BYSACA is calling on residents of the state to be wary of HIV as t...
30/12/2022

NEWS

The Bayelsa State Agency for the Control of AIDS, BYSACA is calling on residents of the state to be wary of HIV as the disease is still prevalent in all local government areas of the state.

BYSACA urges all residents of Bayelsa state to be cautious in their s*xual activities during the yuletide as s*xual transmission is still the highest form of contracting HIV.

Remember that the use of condoms is highly recommended as a means of preventing HIV also, the use of Pre-exposure prophylaxis, PrEP and Post exposure prophylaxis is advised for those at high risk of contracting HIV.

However, also remember that being HIV positive is not a death sentence! With the consistent use of Antiretroviral, the virus can be suppressed, made undetectable and untransmittable.

Stop the discrimination of people living with HIV. If you're not infected you are affected, together we can work towards the prevention of new HIV infections in our state.

Address

4th Floor, Transparency Building, Oxbow-Lake Road
Swali

Opening Hours

Monday 08:00 - 16:00
Tuesday 08:00 - 16:00
Wednesday 08:00 - 16:00
Thursday 08:00 - 16:00
Friday 08:00 - 16:00

Telephone

+2347066992886

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