HIV-Infected Cells Persist in CSF in Individuals on Long-Term ART
Cell-associated HIV DNA identified in CSF in nearly half of participants, tied to worse neurocognitive outcomes.
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No Substantial Difference in HIV Risk Using Injectable, Intrauterine, or Implantable Contraceptives
When comparing hormonal contraceptive methods, particularly IM depot medroxyprogesterone acetate with an IUD and a levonorgestrel implant, there was no substantial difference in HIV risk among African women.
Two Algorithms Can ID Patients at Risk for HIV, PrEP Candidates
Algorithms use data from EHRs to identify candidates for preexposure prophylaxis.
Diagnostic Accuracy: A Point-of-Care Tuberculosis Test for Those With HIV
The novel Fujifilm SILVAMP TB LAM assay offers superior diagnostic sensitivity while also maintaining specificity, compared with standard assay.
Less Than 40% of All US Adults Have Ever Had HIV Testing
In the 50 local jurisdictions with concentration of most new HIV infections, testing was 46.9%.
Cardiac Abnormalities in Children With HIV From HIV-Related Heart Disease
Despite ART, children with HIV have a high incidence of cardiac abnormalities, with only a minority of cases being transient in nature.
USPSTF: Grade A Recommendation for PrEP in Persons at High Risk of Acquiring HIV
USPSTF has updated its recommendations on HIV screening and has assigned a Grade A for a new recommendation to offer PrEP for all persons at high risk for HIV infection.
HIV Risk Does Not Differ With 3 Contraceptive Methods
No significant difference seen with use of DMPA-IM, copper IUD device, levonorgestrel implant in African women.
Performance of CVD Risk Prediction Algorithms in People Living With HIV
Algorithms may help predict cardiovascular disease risk in people living with HIV.
No Risk for HIV Transmission in Serodiscordant Gay Couples When Viral Suppression Is Achieved
There is zero risk for HIV transmission in serodiscordant gay couples through condomless sex when the partner with HIV is receiving suppressive ART.
Early cART Leads to Enhanced T Cell Function in HIV Infection
Limiting acute viremia results in enhanced functionality of HIV-specific CD4+ and CD8+ T cells.
AHA Guidelines for Prevention and Management of Cardiovascular Disease in HIV
A scientific statement from the American Heart Association was published in Circulation, with the purpose of providing a thorough review of available evidence on HIV-associated cardiovascular disease.
Stepped Treatment for Alcohol Use Disorder Studied in HIV Patients
Gradually increasing intensity of treatment reduces alcohol intake and improves HIV status.
HIV-Related Factors Predict Reinforced Hepatitis B Vaccination Success
Certain characteristics and HIV-related factors may help predict whether certain demographics of people with HIV will have an optimal response to reinforced hepatitis B virus vaccination.
Some Women With HIV Struggling to Achieve Viral Suppression
Overall, 71.2% have viral suppression, including 35.2% of those with high probability of viremia.
NDA for Once-Monthly Injectable HIV Treatment Submitted to FDA
The New Drug Application (NDA) for the long-acting injectable formulation of rilpivirine + cabotegravir (Janssen and ViiV Healthcare) for patients with HIV-1 infection has been submitted to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
Generic Version of Truvada Available in US by Sept. 2020
Activists have been urging Gilead to make the generic drug more widely available.
CDC to Receive Large Donation of PrEP Medication to Help With HIV Prevention
Truvada is approved in combination with safer sex practices for HIV-1 PrEP to reduce the risk of sexually acquired HIV-1.
Improving HIV Prevention for Underserved, At-Risk Populations: The IMPACT of an Educational Curriculum for Primary Care Clinicians
This article describes the populations at high risk for HIV infection and reports the results of a collaborative, multifaceted educational intervention designed to reduce the documented disparities related to HIV care and prevention.
ART Stops HIV Transmission in Serodifferent Gay Couples
Zero rate of HIV transmission seen through condomless sex when viral load is suppressed
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