A social media post circulating across platforms has alleged that a Russian man known online as “Baltarzar” has been exposed by his girlfriend for being HIV positive, has stopped his medication, and has threatened to spread the virus; the message was shared widely after Nigerian commentator VeryDarkMan urged people in Ghana to be careful and repost the warning.
Allegations vs Verified Information
The claim remains unverified — there are **no confirmed reports from Russian authorities, WHO, CDC, or major global news outlets** that support the specifics of these allegations. This story is currently based on social media circulation without corroboration from official sources.
HIV: What the Science Says
According to the World Health Organization (WHO), HIV is a virus that attacks the immune system and can be suppressed to very low levels with consistent treatment, allowing people living with HIV to live long, healthy lives. There is currently no cure for HIV, but treatment prevents disease progression and reduces transmission risk. oai_citation:0‡World Health Organization
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) states that when someone living with HIV consistently takes antiretroviral therapy (ART) and maintains an undetectable viral load, they will not transmit HIV through sex to HIV-negative partners — a concept known as Undetectable = Untransmittable (U=U). oai_citation:1‡CDC
CDC further explains that HIV treatment significantly reduces the amount of virus in the body, prevents transmission to others (including through sex and needle sharing), and is the most effective way to protect both individual health and public health. oai_citation:2‡CDC
Spread of Misinformation and Stigma
Sharing unverified health claims can cause stigma, fear, and unnecessary panic. Reposting stories that lack credible sources or confirmation from health authorities can do more harm than good, especially with sensitive health matters like HIV.
Stay Informed and Safe
Public health awareness is important, but it should be based on verified information from established authorities such as WHO and CDC. GhanaMedia.net will continue to update this story if credible evidence becomes available. Rely on trusted health sources and avoid spreading unconfirmed claims.
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