NO! There is no cure for HIV. Even though your lab results show very little HIV in your body, it’s still there. The amount is just very, very low and hard to find. This means you’re taking your HIV meds and they are working. Keep up the great work!

U=U requires regular testing to make sure your HIV is still undetectable. Generally, you should visit your doctor every three months to have lab work done, as well as testing for sexually transmitted infections (STIs)—especially if you or your partner have other sexual partners.

If you stop taking your meds, or don’t take them daily as prescribed, the amount of HIV in your body will increase. This can affect your overall health and will make it possible for you to pass HIV on to a sexual partner.

No. HIV treatment is only 100% effective at preventing HIV through sexual activity.

HIV meds DO NOT stop other STIs (like gonorrhea, syphilis, and chlamydia) from being shared among partners. If you are sexually active, you should be tested for STIs at least once a year.

A combination of PrEP and condoms will provide maximum protection. While PrEP protects HIV negative people from getting the virus, using condoms is recommended to prevent other STIs like gonorrhea, syphilis, and chlamydia. Always discuss your preferred means of protection with your partner.

The Evidence Supporting U=U (Terrence Higgins Trust) https://www.tht.org.uk/our-work/training/cant-pass-it-training/evidence-supporting-uu