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Can I restart my ARVs at a different clinic?

It should be possible for you to restart your ARVs from the second clinic.

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Why are my new ARVs a different colour?

If you are not sure about your meds, contact your clinic, doctor or pharmacy ASAP.

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I’m undetectable. Is it safe to have unprotected sex with someone who is HIV-positive but not taking ARVs?

As you are undetectable there is no risk of HIV reinfection from a partner who is HIV-positive but not on ARVs.

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What should I do if my partner hid their HIV status from me?

Get an HIV test as soon as you can. You may want to get counselling as well, regardless of the result.

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My boyfriend accuses me of infecting him with HIV. Can I go to prison?

No, you can not go to prison for transmitting HIV to someone.

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Will Home Affairs extend my Retired Person’s Visa now that I am living with HIV?

You shouldn't be discriminated against because of your HIV status.

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