HIV / AIDS

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Alex Rinehart, PhD, explains how the development of a long-acting injectable offers a new preventive option for HIV.

Death rates among HIV-positive patients diagnosed with cryptococcal meningitis were slightly lower when antiretroviral therapy was delayed a few weeks after diagnosis.

Made of a flexible silicone material, the ring contains dapivirine, a non-nucleoside reverse transcriptase inhibitor that blocks HIV’s ability to replicate inside of a healthy cell.

Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine researchers identify accentuated risks for age-associated comorbidities in those living with HIV.

Hanneke Schuitemaker, PhD, explains the challenges faced when creating a vaccine for HIV.

Magda Opsomer, MD, shares the results of the Phase 3 EMERALD trial for darunavir.

Janssen Research & Development submits a new drug application for a darunavir-based once-daily, single-tablet regimen for the treatment of HIV in adults and adolescents 12 years and older.

Jessica Justman, MD, explains how decision makers can use the Population-based HIV Impact Assessment Project data.

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The transition from youth to adult HIV care is a critical juncture that provides opportunities for continued engagement if handled well. What role should adult care clinics play to maximize the number of adolescents who stay in treatment?

The US government’s new plan comes on the heels of reports that 5 African countries are poised to gain complete control over their HIV epidemics.

Alex Rinehart, PhD, explains if cabotegravir interacts with any other medications.

Stay up-to-date on the latest infectious disease news by checking out our top 5 articles of the week.

Jessica Justman, MD, reveals the latest results of the Population-based HIV Impact Assessment Project (2017).

The New York State Department of Health warns of potential disease exposure in two facility locations in Westchester County.

Presentations at the 21st Annual USCA Conference shed light on the fact that although overall rates of HIV are decreasing, some populations are seeing a startling increase.

A NIH network study finds that pre-exposure prophylaxis, approved for daily use in adults, can also reduce chances of HIV infection in young male adolescents.

Although the number of fungal infections has fallen in the United States and other developed nations due to the ease of obtaining HIV testing and access to ART, the risk still exists.

Alex Rinehart, PhD, identifies the target population for cabotegravir.

Jessica Justman, MD, shares why the Population-based HIV Impact Assessment Project is so important.

NIH study sheds light on the mechanism behind increased cardiovascular risks for those living with HIV.

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Living longer with HIV means that dying from cancer becomes more of a possibility.

Scientists from Northwestern Medicine use a novel approach to gain a better understanding of the HIV lifecycle.

Aetna, the third-largest insurer in the United States, inadvertently sent HIV-positive patients letters that revealed their HIV status through a large, clear window envelope.

A recent UNC study found that about one-third of HIV-positive patients with low viral loads chose to ignore federal guidelines to begin ART.

Proton pump inhibitors present risks to all patients, but those with HIV are especially advised to be cautious in using them.

Researchers elucidate the prevalence of hepatic steatosis in patients infected with HIV, as well as in patients coinfected with HIV and HCV.

Alex Rinehart, PhD, explains how cabotegravir is a gender-neutral pre-exposure prophylaxis medication.