Life expectancy

By Mercy Shibemba
2 April 2024
4 mins

Easy-to-read and illustrated information on life expectancy for people living with HIV.

If you are diagnosed in good time, have access to care and treatment, and are taking your medicines, you can expect to live as long as someone who does not have HIV.

The sooner you are on effective treatment, the better chance you have of good health and of living longer.

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Mercy Shibemba

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Mercy is an award-winning activist and advocate for children and young people living with HIV. Sharing her story of growing up with HIV to educate, challenge and inspire. She works on youth engagement and participation across clinical trials, research and charities that support young people. She is also the Chair of The Social Innovation Partnership.