Toronto, September 18, 2019 – The Canadian Foundation for AIDS Research (CANFAR) will hold the 23rd edition of its largest fundraising event, Bloor Street Entertains on November 27th in Toronto, presented by returning Signature Partner BMO. To celebrate the long-standing tradition that is Bloor Street Entertains and to highlight its important role in the city,...
Countries that have implemented self-testing / home testing kits have improved HIV diagnosis rates, improved health of those living with HIV, and has resulted in a decrease in the transmission of HIV. TORONTO — A new study led by St. Michael’s Hospital’s MAP Centre for Urban Health Solutions is the first in Canada to evaluate...
HIV infections are still on the rise in Canada. In fact, according to the Public Health Agency of Canada, in 2017, 14% of people living with HIV remain undiagnosed, which represents 9,090 individuals living with HIV who are unaware of their status. Current HIV testing approaches are not reaching the undiagnosed, who are estimated to...
