Those of us who have an education, comfortable homes, and access to medical care must make our brothers and sisters who have few of these advantages our priority.
Desmond M Tutu Archbishop Emeritus
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The Desmond Tutu HIV Foundation (DTHF) developed from the HIV Research Unit at New Somerset Hospital in the early 1990’s. The Unit was acclaimed as one of the first public clinics to offer antiretroviral therapy to those living with HIV.

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    The members of the popular South African band, Freshlyground, have been outstanding supporters of the DTHF over many years. Their special interest is the vital role that counsellors play in supporting those living with HIV. “Getting tested should be all part of the rhythm of life”, says Zolani Mahola, lead singer in the band. Freshlyground are enthusiastic supporters of the DTHF Sizophila Counsellors.
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    Links to further information on upcoming opportunities, treatment guidelines, the iDART (ARV dispensing system), other online resources and organisations.
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    In 2006, the training unit developed a distance learning tool to address the urgent need to train the thousands of health care
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