Terrence Higgins Trust with Age Concern & Help the Aged is launching a survey today to find out the needs and concerns of people living with HIV who are aged over 50. The findings of the research, titled 50Plus, will be made available to services for both older people, and people with HIV, to help them develop appropriate support.

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New Survey Targets Over 50s Living With HIV, UK

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