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Exploring the connection between HIV, cervical cancer and aspirin
Lisa Oldson, MD Jan. 18, 2012
January marks Cervical Health Awareness Month, prompting many researchers to take a second look at ways to prevent cancers of the reproductive system.
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Clinical trial on duel action contraceptive and HIV-preventing device to begin soon
Christopher Lynch, MD Dec. 14, 2011
In January, researchers at the University of Zimbabwe and the University of California, San Francisco will begin clinical trials in January to determine the efficacy ...
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Optimal use of PrEP may reduce chances of drug resistance
Sabine Kortals Dec. 09, 2011
One concern that the medical community has regarding widespread use of pre-exposure prophylaxis, or PrEP, to prevent HIV infection is that the medication may potentially ...
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Positive news in the battle against HIV
Michelle Sobel Dec. 01, 2011
December 1 is World AIDS Day, and President Obama is expected to announced that the new global target for treating people with this sexually transmitted ...
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Photos show the struggles and triumphs of life with HIV
Sabine Kortals Nov. 03, 2011
One of the major problems involved with HIV is the stigma surrounding the infection.
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Researchers say patch is effective in distributing HIV medication
Lisa Oldson, MD Nov. 01, 2011
While all sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) can come with a variety of dangerous side effects, many people report that HIV is the infection they fear ...
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AAP calls for more teens to be tested for HIV
Michelle Sobel Oct. 31, 2011
HIV is a dangerous and potentially deadly sexually transmitted disease (STD), for which there is no cure.
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Researchers make recommendations for screening HIV patients for HCV
Sabine Kortals Oct. 27, 2011
Many patients infected with HIV may not know that they may also have another sexually transmitted disease (STD).
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HIV pill gets second life as a topical cream for herpes
Christopher Lynch, MD Oct. 20, 2011
HIV is a complex virus, that is sometimes accompanied by other infections, such as herpes.
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Researchers work to determine when to begin HIV treatment
Sabine Kortals Sep. 27, 2011
While all sexually transmitted diseases carry serious risks, HIV is known as one of the most dangerous infections that a person can contract.
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New discovery may lead to safer HIV treatment
Lisa Oldson, MD Sep. 21, 2011
While no one wants to develop any sexually transmitted disease (STD), the most commonly feared is HIV.
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Researchers discuss challenges associated with HIV prevention and treatment
Christopher Lynch, MD Sep. 19, 2011
Of the many sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) that currently exist, HIV presents some of the most difficult challenges in terms of finding effective treatments.
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Abusive relationships can lead to STD infections
Michelle Sobel Sep. 07, 2011
HIV infection can happen to anyone who does not practice safe sex, but some populations are particularly at risk.
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New testing strategy for HIV
Michelle Sobel Aug. 31, 2011
Researchers are constantly searching for more effective ways to detect HIV, in a effort to inform individuals of their status as quickly as possible.
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Many heterosexual women with HIV report no risk factors
Sabine Kortals Aug. 25, 2011
According to a recent report by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), half of heterosexual women with HIV report having no risk factors.
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New initiative to benefit HIV patients
Michelle Sobel Aug. 23, 2011
There have been steps made recently to address a specific portion of the HIV-positive population, namely young men of color who have sex with men ...
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Significant cuts made to Massachusetts HIV prevention budget
Michelle Sobel Aug. 16, 2011
August 15 marked the announcement of a $4.3 million reduction in the budget for HIV and AIDS prevention measures in Massachusetts.
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Natural killer cells identified as combating HIV infection
Michelle Sobel Aug. 05, 2011
A study announced on August 3, conducted by researchers from the Ragon Institute of Massachusetts General Hospital, Massachusetts Institute of Technology and Harvard University revealed ...
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Researchers unveil instances of missed HIV diagnoses
Sabine Kortals Aug. 02, 2011
A study conducted by the University of Cincinnati (UC) and sponsored in part by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has revealed that ...
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Scientists reflect on advancements in HIV treatments
Christopher Lynch, MD Jul. 19, 2011
There has been much research conducted on HIV and preventing the spread of the disease.
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Misconceptions about HIV in southern states may affect the prevalence of the disease
Sabine Kortals Jul. 15, 2011
Regular HIV and sexually transmitted disease testing is one of the best ways to slow the spread of the disease, the Centers for Disease Control ...
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Researchers aim to fight HIV infection with a patch
Sabine Kortals Jul. 12, 2011
Scientists from Cardiff University's School of Medicine will investigate whether a vaccine patch containing thousands of microneedles may be able to inhibit HIV infection in ...
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Mathematical modeling method may predict HIV mutations that cause drug resistance
Michelle Sobel Jul. 11, 2011
Previous research on HIV has helped scientists discover medications that may delay or even prevent the onset of AIDS in individuals who have this disease.
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A new finding may explain neurological complications in HIV patients
Sabine Kortals Jun. 29, 2011
Despite medical advancements that have allowed individuals with HIV to live longer with the disease and potentially avoid AIDS, many infected people who undergo treatment ...
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Older HIV medications may speed up the natural aging process
Sabine Kortals Jun. 27, 2011
Some health officials have indicated that despite new advancements in HIV prevention programs and information about the disease, some people do not take their risk ...
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Nationwide HIV testing effort diagnoses 18,000 infected individuals
Sabine Kortals Jun. 24, 2011
Many health experts say that one key to reducing the spread of HIV among Americans is to increase instances of testing for sexually transmitted diseases.
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Researchers use math to identify better methods for HIV treatments
Michelle Sobel Jun. 23, 2011
While there are antiretroviral drugs that may help reduce an individual's symptoms of HIV and prolong the amount of time that they can live with ...
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Researchers identify protein that may increase susceptibility to HIV infection
Lisa Oldson, MD Jun. 20, 2011
Many people never think about how the countless cells in their body function on a regular basis. However, serious health conditions and diseases can develop ...
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Researchers aim to develop tool to identify high HIV-incidence populations
Sabine Kortals Jun. 16, 2011
Many studies have been done on the efficacy of different HIV prevention techniques.
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Gerontology expert warns that older people can contract STDs, too
Lisa Oldson, MD Jun. 14, 2011
Much of the news pertaining to sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) involves young adults and even teens who engage in unprotected intercourse without knowing the health ...
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Los Angeles health experts show concern over county's STD program reorganization
Christopher Lynch, MD Jun. 13, 2011
Many U.S. counties that are under financial strain have reduced funding for sexually transmitted disease (STD) prevention programs in an attempt to balance their budgets.
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Are e-cards an effective way to slow the spread of STDs?
Sabine Kortals Jun. 10, 2011
Many health experts believe that it is crucial for individuals to tell their past sexual partners if they have been diagnosed with a sexually transmitted ...
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Late HIV diagnoses are a problem in some states, experts say
Sabine Kortals Jun. 10, 2011
Many people, even those who engage in high-risk behaviors, don't consider their odds of being diagnosed with HIV.
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Researchers investigate how cancer drugs may affect individuals with HIV
Sabine Kortals Jun. 09, 2011
Some research has shown that people who have HIV are more likely to develop cancer than those who do not have the virus.
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Researchers investigate whether consumers are interested in preventive HIV treatment
Lisa Oldson, MD Jun. 07, 2011
Recent research indicated that the antiretroviral drug Truvada reduces the risk of HIV infection by 44 percent when used as directed.
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HIV is still a concern among Missouri health officials
Sabine Kortals Jun. 03, 2011
Although it has been more than 30 years since HIV and AIDS research began in the U.S., some Missouri health experts warn that just because ...
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TV characters may influence viewers' personal discussions about sexual health
Lisa Oldson, MD Jun. 02, 2011
Addressing topics such as sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) with a romantic partner may be difficult, but some television shows may help give viewers the self-confidence ...
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Canadian study reveals trends in HIV infections
Sabine Kortals Jun. 02, 2011
One way to identify methods of preventing HIV transmission is to evaluate which populations are most likely to be exposed to the disease and through ...
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Researchers set goals to help successfully eliminate HIV
Sabine Kortals Jun. 01, 2011
Although it has been 30 years since U.S. medical experts recognized the first case of HIV, research into vaccines, treatments and a cure for the ...
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FDA approves new HIV drug for use with antiretrovirals
Christopher Lynch, MD May. 23, 2011
After clinical trials showed that Johnson and Johnson's new HIV drug Edurant was as effective as other similar medications produced by different manufacturers, the U.S. ...
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Former president helps HIV patients access more affordable medications
Sabine Kortals May. 19, 2011
Although there is a higher prevalence of HIV and AIDS in some developing countries, such as Africa, than there is in the U.S., many Americans ...
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Researchers find topical microbicide inhibits HIV infection
Christopher Lynch, MD May. 17, 2011
In order to help reduce the number of people who are infected with HIV through sexual intercourse, researchers have developed a vaginal microbicide.
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Bullied LGBT youth have higher risk of contracting STDs, study shows
Michelle Sobel May. 17, 2011
Individuals who experience bullying in school based on their sexual identity may be more likely to contract a sexually transmitted disease (STD) or engage in ...
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'Millennial' generation faces unique hardships, health threats
Michelle Sobel May. 16, 2011
According to a recent article published in the Huffington Post, teenagers and individuals currently in their 20s, also known as the Millennial generation, are sustaining ...
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Immediate antiretroviral use may cut risk of HIV transmission between partners
Lisa Oldson, MD May. 13, 2011
Individuals who are diagnosed with HIV are sometimes not prescribed antiretroviral treatments until their counts of CD4+ T cells drop below a certain level.
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Scientists study how bodies fight HIV to help develop a vaccine
Lisa Oldson, MD May. 09, 2011
Rather than trying to inject a high-risk individual with a vaccine to fight off HIV, researchers are now looking to enhance antibodies that are found ...
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Scientists find immune responses, genetics play a role in HIV risk
Christopher Lynch, MD May. 06, 2011
Researchers from the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases recently explored the differences between laboratory primates that were protected against the virus versus those ...
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Community involvement may improve rates of HIV testing
Sabine Kortals May. 06, 2011
While access to HIV testing alone may reduce the rate of virus transmission, encouraging individuals to seek testing in the first place is key.
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New website addresses heart health among HIV patients
Lisa Oldson, MD May. 05, 2011
In collaboration with the American Heart Association (AHA), the American Academy of HIV Medicine has launched a new website that will provide HIV-positive individuals with ...
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Georgia residents are urged to maintain awareness of STD risk
Christopher Lynch, MD May. 04, 2011
A recent article published in the Savannah Tribune indicates that although it has been 30 years since the first case of HIV was diagnosed in ...
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FDA prohibits companies from selling ineffective STD cures
Christopher Lynch, MD May. 04, 2011
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has issued a warning to 11 companies that sell products labeled as cures for sexually transmitted diseases (STDs), according ...
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Anti-HIV drugs may be multi-purpose
Michelle Sobel May. 03, 2011
While drug-based HIV treatments have been known to be expensive, researchers believe that they may be able to treat a variety of serious diseases, which ...
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Partner choices may affect HIV risk among gay African-Americans
Michelle Sobel May. 02, 2011
Although black homosexual males do not necessarily have more unprotected sex than Caucasian heterosexual men, differences in partner choices among these two groups may explain ...
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HIV may increase risk of heart failure
Michelle Sobel Apr. 27, 2011
Several factors related to HIV infection, including drug treatments, behavioral habits and physiological changes may increase the risk of heart failure among patients who suffer ...
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Some HIV-positive individuals engage in risky sexual behavior with non-infected partners
Michelle Sobel Apr. 26, 2011
The prevalence of unprotected sex among couples in which neither partner is infected with HIV is similar to that of pairs in which either the ...
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Performance-enhancing drugs may compromise sexual health of older individuals
Michelle Sobel Apr. 25, 2011
Some people believe that erectile dysfunction medications such as Viagra have significantly improved the sex lives of older Americans. However, a recent article published by ...
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Children born with HIV are less likely to respond to treatment
Michelle Sobel Apr. 22, 2011
A recent article published by HealthDay News indicates that females who plan to have children may consider seeking sexually transmitted disease testing, since kids who ...
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Scientists aim to speed up HIV vaccine research with new trial methodology
Michelle Sobel Apr. 21, 2011
As opposed to conducting numerous studies based on the findings of an original experiment, scientists are now debating whether it would be advantageous to conduct ...
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Illinois will expand limitations on state aid for HIV patients
Michelle Sobel Apr. 20, 2011
The Illinois Department of Health will restrict the availability of financial support for HIV and AIDS medications to state residents who have annual earnings that ...
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Safe injection facilities may reduce transmission of HIV, overdose deaths among drug users
Michelle Sobel Apr. 19, 2011
The availability of safe injection facilities to intravenous drug users may help reduce the number of overdose-related deaths and slow the spread of communicable diseases ...
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Researchers put an early end to the trial for a potential HIV vaccine
Lisa Oldson, MD Apr. 19, 2011
Researchers have temporarily called off the remainder of a long-term study after preliminary results indicated that the proposed HIV vaccine Truvada was ineffective in preventing ...
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Researchers use new measurement to predict risk of HIV transmission
Christopher Lynch, MD Apr. 15, 2011
The findings of a recent study indicate that medical experts may be able to predict the risk of HIV transmission between an infected person and ...
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New San Francisco guidelines for HIV treatment may halve number of new infections
Christopher Lynch, MD Apr. 14, 2011
Many medical professions do not recommend that HIV patients begin antiretroviral treatment until the disease has somewhat progressed.
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FreshMinistries will use African HIV interventions in Jacksonville neighborhoods
Michelle Sobel Apr. 05, 2011
Youth members of the Jacksonville non profit group FreshMinistries will be educating their peers about HIV and AIDS, using the same methods that they have ...
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Scientists identify new hope for a universal HIV vaccine
Michelle Sobel Apr. 01, 2011
Researchers are now focusing on developing antibody-based vaccines that will target the protein envelope of the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV), according to a recent study ...
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Texas health officials show concern for HIV care
Christopher Lynch, MD Mar. 30, 2011
Lawmakers in Texas recently voted against additional funding for the state's HIV Medication Program, which health officials say will not be able to accommodate the ...
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Hudson Pride Connection discusses AIDS cases in New Jersey
Michelle Sobel Mar. 30, 2011
Members of the Hudson Pride Connection, an AIDS awareness group in New Jersey, recently told the Hudson Reporter that they are gearing up for their ...
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Expert says reduced fear of HIV is thwarting prevention progress
Michelle Sobel Mar. 29, 2011
Similar to efforts in the U.S., health officials in the UK are urging citizens to seek testing for HIV in order to reduce the rate ...
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New advancement may allow HIV-infected men to reproduce safely
Sabine Kortals Mar. 29, 2011
HIV-positive men may be able to safely impregnate their female partners through the use of improved semen-washing techniques, according to a recent study published in ...
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Demand for HIV care is exceeding supply, health experts say
Michelle Sobel Mar. 29, 2011
Researchers from the Institute of Medicine (IOM) recently published a report that highlights the shortage of HIV testing initiatives and access to care for individuals ...
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Scientists discuss obstacles preventing implementation of new HIV drug
Sabine Kortals Mar. 28, 2011
In an article published in the journal AIDS Patient Care and STDs, researchers said they believe that a newly developed oral drug called pre-exposure prophylaxis ...
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Study finds that gay men favor couples-based HIV testing and therapy
Lisa Oldson, MD Mar. 25, 2011
New methods for HIV prevention that promote testing and counseling for gay couples as a unit may help increase the number of homosexual men who ...
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HIV community mourns the death of advocate Elizabeth Taylor
Sabine Kortals Mar. 24, 2011
During interviews with ABC News, members of Los Angeles HIV and AIDS programs fondly remembered Elizabeth Taylor as an activist for the rights of patients ...
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Researchers have developed a sexually transmitted treatment for HIV
Sabine Kortals Mar. 22, 2011
Engineered particles that could be injected into people living in high-risk populations may combat HIV in their hosts, as well as in the sexual partners ...
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CDC recommends new guidelines for organ donor HIV screenings
Michelle Sobel Mar. 18, 2011
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) released new recommendations this week stating that potential organ donors should be screened for both chronic and ...
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Missouri laws that criminalize spitting and biting are under fire
Michelle Sobel Mar. 16, 2011
While a number of U.S. states uphold laws that call for the punishment of HIV-positive individuals who fail to disclose their condition to their sexual ...
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Technology may help bring convenience to HIV care
Lisa Oldson, MD Mar. 14, 2011
Video conferencing technology may help to improve the quality and convenience of care by providing numerous resources and allowing for time-efficient doctor-patient meetings between health ...
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Mississippi Human Rights Watch wants HIV policy changes
Michelle Sobel Mar. 11, 2011
The Human Rights Watch (HRW) of Mississippi recently released a statement condemning the state's policy makers for what the group believes is an irresponsible use ...
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Florida women combat HIV by getting tested
Sabine Kortals Mar. 10, 2011
In 2008, the Florida Department of Health (FDH) created the group Sistas Organizing to Survive (SOS) to encourage black women who are at high risk ...
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NIH study seeks to determine proper start time for antiretroviral treatments
Christopher Lynch, MD Mar. 09, 2011
A new study led by members of the National Institutes of Health (NIH) in 30 countries will aim to discover the most effective time during ...
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Thursday is National Women and Girls HIV and AIDS Awareness Day
Sabine Kortals Mar. 08, 2011
Thursday, March 10, will be recognized as National Women and Girls HIV and AIDS Awareness Day to call attention to the growing number of females ...
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Updated preventive drug guidelines could reduce mother-to-child HIV transmission
Sabine Kortals Mar. 04, 2011
Women who have HIV, whether they are aware of their infection or not, can transmit the virus to their children through breastfeeding.
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Counseled HIV patients are more likely to stick to their medication regimen
Christopher Lynch, MD Mar. 03, 2011
Individuals who have been diagnosed with HIV are often given a strict treatment schedule to help thwart the progression of the infection.
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A new photography project helps HIV-infected women identify needs
Christopher Lynch, MD Mar. 01, 2011
Local women who have been diagnosed with HIV are participating in a University of Missouri study, in which they will use photographic images to help ...
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Celebrities celebrate awards night while combating HIV and AIDS
Sabine Kortals Feb. 28, 2011
Nearly $4 million was raised at yesterday's Elton John AIDS Foundation Academy Award Viewing Party, which will help fund HIV and AIDS research and prevention.
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New gel shows protective qualities against HIV
Christopher Lynch, MD Feb. 28, 2011
A recent study of tenofovir gel showed that men and women who used the product daily for one week were at a lower risk of ...
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Researchers want to mimic immune capabilities of HIV elite suppressors
Sabine Kortals Feb. 25, 2011
A small number of individuals who contract HIV are able to manage the infection due to lower levels of HIV present within their immune cells, ...
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Drug use may affect sexual health
Michelle Sobel Feb. 24, 2011
Males who frequently use cannabis may likely experience erectile dysfunction, according to a recent review conducted by doctor Rany Shamloul.
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An MIT-designed nanoparticle may help develop an HIV vaccine
Sabine Kortals Feb. 23, 2011
New nanoparticles developed by engineers at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology can imitate the delivery of live virus vaccines in a safe and effective way, ...
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Considering community factors may lead to more effective HIV prevention
Christopher Lynch, MD Feb. 22, 2011
Physicians who discuss the role of community dynamics with their HIV patients may be more likely to create successful HIV prevention programs in their designated ...
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Lady Gaga joins the fight against HIV and AIDS
Christopher Lynch, MD Feb. 18, 2011
Singer and philanthropist Lady Gaga recently garnered publicity for her HIV/AIDS fundraising collaboration with Mac Cosmetics by appearing on Good Morning America (GMA) wearing a ...
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Researchers link personal hygiene practices to the acquisition of HIV
Michelle Sobel Feb. 17, 2011
A two-year study of thousands of women showed that those who used certain intravaginal practices were more susceptible to HIV acquisition.
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Cholesterol-lowering drug may slow the progression of HIV
Lisa Oldson, MD Feb. 17, 2011
A recent clinical trial, which was published in the Journal of Infectious Diseases, found that the cholesterol-lowering drug atorvastatin (statin) may help slow the progression ...
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Doctors combine math and medicine to fight HIV
Michelle Sobel Feb. 10, 2011
A professor and student from Princeton University’s engineering and applied science program have joined with researchers at Johns Hopkins University’s School of Medicine to apply ...
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Cleveland researchers receive $3M towards HIV/AIDS studies
Lisa Oldson, MD Feb. 10, 2011
Two Cleveland doctors at the forefront of HIV and autoimmune disease research have been awarded a three-year, $3 million grant from the Richard J. Fasenmyer ...
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New study of barrier cells may help combat AIDS
Christopher Lynch, MD Feb. 10, 2011
New research has found cells that protect the body from outside threats are still immune when relocated to the intestine of mice.
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Study: HIV-negative babies born to mothers with the disease are at higher risk of illnesses
Christopher Lynch, MD Feb. 09, 2011
When a woman is infected with HIV, any subsequently conceived children are at risk of contracting not just the immunodeficiency virus, but any illness. An ...
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Adults with incurable STDs may have to fall back on specialized websites to find dates
Sabine Kortals Feb. 09, 2011
Many people with incurable sexually transmitted diseases find themselves enrolling in online dating services tailored to those with chronic infections, the New Haven Advocate reports.
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Ottawa sees increase in STD cases, possibly due to more testing, expert says
Christopher Lynch, MD Feb. 08, 2011
In Ottawa, the city's rates of chlamydia and HIV are higher than in any other urban center in the province, according to the city's newspaper, ...
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HIV puts teen girls at higher risk for pregnancy than peers, study says
Sabine Kortals Feb. 02, 2011
Teen girls and young women with HIV are more likely than their peers to get pregnant, even if they are aware of their infection, a ...
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Screening may reduce risk of HIV-related liver inflammation
Lisa Oldson, MD Feb. 01, 2011
Individuals infected with HIV may need to be screened for hepatitis C regularly, according to research conducted at Brown University and other partnering institutions.
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Researchers use bacteria to prevent HIV from invading white blood cells
Lisa Oldson, MD Jan. 28, 2011
An international team of biologists has reported developing a new form of HIV therapy, which uses bacteria to keep the virus from invading a specific ...
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HIV-infected immune cells age ten times faster, scientists say
Sabine Kortals Jan. 28, 2011
Young people infected with HIV often suffer from age-related conditions, like liver disease and certain forms of cancer, sooner than their peers, and researchers said ...
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Donated blood is screened for HIV
Michelle Sobel Jan. 27, 2011
After thousands of blood recipients were inadvertently infected with HIV in the 1980s, U.S. and Canadian health authorities now test donated blood for the presence ...
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Prostatitis and STDs often difficult to differentiate, expert warns
Sabine Kortals Jan. 24, 2011
An infection of the prostate may mimic the symptoms of or even be caused by sexually transmitted diseases (STDs), according to an article published by ...
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Researchers discover new method of determining when patients contracted HIV
Sabine Kortals Jan. 21, 2011
Since the virus may lay dormant for months or years, it can be difficult to clinically determine how long an HIV-positive individual has been infected. ...
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Study further unfolds HIV infection process
Christopher Lynch, MD Jan. 20, 2011
The mechanism by which HIV infects human cells is complex and not well understood, although advances are being made every year. A team of UK ...
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State health department promotes safe sex by going to clubs
Sabine Kortals Jan. 20, 2011
The Utah Department of Health (DOH) has begun to offer free testing and counselling services for sexually transmitted diseases (STDs), the Salt Lake Tribune reports.
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Part of treating STDs involves managing emotions, experts say
Lisa Oldson, MD Jan. 14, 2011
Chronic sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) like herpes, hepatitis C and HIV last a lifetime. Beyond treating the symptoms of these infections, it can be just ...
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HIV-positive Project Runway star describes living with the disease
Sabine Kortals Jan. 13, 2011
Mondo Guerra, former participant in the reality television program Project Runway, recently discussed with CNN the difficulties he has faced from living with HIV.
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Health center educates African-American youth about HIV risk
Sabine Kortals Jan. 13, 2011
A community wellness organization in Rochester, New York recently held a public forum to discuss the high risk of HIV transmission among young African-American men, ...
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HIV and hepatitis C are often diagnosed together, physician says
Michelle Sobel Jan. 12, 2011
An expert on sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) recently wrote on Medscape Today that patients with HIV often have hepatitis C as well.
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Pharmaceutical company reports positive tests results of HIV vaccine
Christopher Lynch, MD Jan. 11, 2011
Inovio Pharmaceuticals researchers and scientists at Duke and Drexel Universities recently reported promising data from a clinical trial of its vaccine for Clade C HIV, ...
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Hospital apologizes for poorly sterilized instrument, STD risk
Christopher Lynch, MD Jan. 10, 2011
In Virginia, several patients recovering from cataract surgery may have contracted a sexually transmitted disease (STD) during the medical procedure, according to the Lexington Herald-Leader.
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Public has mixed opinions on anti-HIV ad campaign
Sabine Kortals Jan. 04, 2011
The New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DHMH) released a televised public service announcement (PSA) in December 2010 that graphically depicts the ...
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New dose of HIV inhibitor approved by FDA
Michelle Sobel Jan. 04, 2011
After medical studies concluded that 200 milligrams of etravirine, known as Intelence, is a safe dose level for patients with HIV, the U.S. Food and ...
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When it comes to HIV, prevention beats treatment, expert says
Lisa Oldson, MD Dec. 30, 2010
The CEO of Gay Men’s Health Crisis (GMHC), an AIDS-related non-profit in New York City, told the San Diego Gay & Lesbian News that over-hyped ...
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HIV study in Top 10 Breakthroughs of the Year, magazine says
Christopher Lynch, MD Dec. 28, 2010
Science Magazine has named an anti-HIV microbicide study one of its Top 10 Breakthroughs of the Year.
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Findings point to genetic basis for human sensitivity to certain STDs
Michelle Sobel Dec. 28, 2010
Researchers at the University of Chicago said that genetic differences between humans and primates may be to blame for human susceptibility to HIV and hepatitis ...
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Research determines how HIV develops resistance to two common antivirals
Christopher Lynch, MD Dec. 20, 2010
A pair of recent studies described how the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) develops a resistance to non-nucleoside reverse transcriptase inhibitors (NNRTIs) and zidovudine, commonly known ...
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HIV makes kidney health difficult to maintain, experts say
Lisa Oldson, MD Dec. 17, 2010
Antiretroviral therapy allows HIV-positive people to live longer lives, increasing the likelihood that they will die of organ failure from afflictions like kidney disease, according ...
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FDA approves daily antiretroviral combo to treat HIV
Christopher Lynch, MD Dec. 14, 2010
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved a once-daily regimen of darunavir and ritonavir, two antiretroviral drugs used to treat HIV infections.
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Public forum will discuss drug believed to prevent HIV transmission
Michelle Sobel Dec. 09, 2010
Advocacy groups and health officials from San Francisco will meet tonight to discuss and raise questions about Truvada, a drug that studies have shown may ...
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HIV-positive adult film star calls for mandatory condom use, testing services
Christopher Lynch, MD Dec. 08, 2010
A 24-year-old porn star who tested positive for HIV last month held a press conference Wednesday morning calling for mandatory condom use and testing for ...
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Circumcision may not reduce gay HIV risk, study finds
Sabine Kortals Dec. 08, 2010
Research has found that among men who have sex with men, circumcision did not significantly lower the risk of contracting HIV.
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Scientists unveil new HIV blood screening system
Lisa Oldson, MD Dec. 07, 2010
Researchers in Germany have developed a new assay system, or detection method, for determining how well viral inhibitors work in HIV-positive blood.
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People with AIDS are living longer, dying of non-HIV-caused illnesses, research finds
Lisa Oldson, MD Dec. 03, 2010
A survey of ten years’ worth of medical records has found that, due to the increased efficacy of antiretroviral drugs, AIDS patients are living longer ...
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HIV tests hit all-time high in U.S.
Michelle Sobel Dec. 02, 2010
The number of American adults who have ever been tested for HIV reached record numbers last year, the New York Times reports.
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HIV drug’s once-a-day use reportedly fails trials
Sabine Kortals Dec. 01, 2010
The once-daily use of Isentress, an antiretroviral drug manufactured by Merck & Co., did not pass a Phase III trial, according to Reuters.
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Study: caring for parents with AIDS takes toll on children
Michelle Sobel Dec. 01, 2010
Children who take care of parents with HIV or AIDS are at greater risk of developing mental disorders, according to recent research.
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World AIDS Days emphasizes importance of STD testing
Sabine Kortals Nov. 30, 2010
As Wednesday is World AIDS Day, public health officials in northwest Michigan are urging the public to take advantage of free STD testing services, the ...
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STDs remain common among black Americans
Christopher Lynch, MD Nov. 30, 2010
Blacks continue to be an at-risk population for sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) in the U.S., the South Florida Times reports.
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Expert extols virtues of later-life condom use
Christopher Lynch, MD Nov. 30, 2010
In an interview conducted during the National Press Club's Book Fair and Authors' Night, psychologist Dorree Lynn warned SecondAct of the perils of unprotected sex ...
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Why do AIDS patients lose almost all T cells? New study may have answer
Lisa Oldson, MD Nov. 30, 2010
Research published in the journal Cell may have finally determined why a type of immune cell is almost totally absent in the body when HIV ...
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Pope endorses condom use only to prevent HIV
Sabine Kortals Nov. 29, 2010
In a book of interviews conducted with Pope Benedict XVI, the head of the Catholic Church approves the use of condoms during sex to prevent ...
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One in four Britons with HIV is unaware of having the disease, report says
Sabine Kortals Nov. 29, 2010
According to the United Kingdom Health Protection Agency (HPA), 25 percent of HIV-positive adults do not know that they have been infected, BBC News reports.
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Studies find HIV transmission through breast milk facilitated by vitamins
Sabine Kortals Nov. 29, 2010
A diet supplemented by vitamin A and beta-carotene may promote the transmission of HIV from mother to child, two recent studies have found.
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Rochester area sees steady increase in HIV cases
Christopher Lynch, MD Nov. 24, 2010
The number of reported cases of HIV in Monroe County, the seat of Rochester, New York, has been increasing over the last four years, the ...
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Study finds putting off treatment costs HIV patients, taxpayers dearly
Lisa Oldson, MD Nov. 22, 2010
Nearly half of HIV patients are “late entrants” when it comes to getting treated for their sexually transmitted disease (STD), researchers report.
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Study finds HIV’s structure tricks antibodies
Sabine Kortals Nov. 19, 2010
The surface of the human immunodeficiency virus contains decoy molecules that temporarily fool human immune cells, X-ray crystallographers have discovered.
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Public health department initiates art contest to help fight STDs
Sabine Kortals Nov. 19, 2010
The Philadelphia Department of Public Health is holding a design contest for condoms to be distributed to battle the city’s sexual diseases, G Philly reports.
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Experts find kidney transplants may be feasible for the HIV-positive
Michelle Sobel Nov. 18, 2010
Survival rates among HIV-positive organ recipients may be high enough to open the possibility of kidney transplants to those with the virus or AIDS, according ...
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Incidence of syphilis doubles in Maine, state CDC warns
Sabine Kortals Nov. 18, 2010
The number of primary and secondary cases of syphilis recorded in Maine this year is twice the usual number, says the state’s Center for Disease ...
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Former surgeon general warns 200,000 with HIV remain undiagnosed
Sabine Kortals Nov. 17, 2010
Lack of HIV awareness is an ongoing American problem, C. Everett Koop warned the 2010 National Summit on HIV Diagnosis, Prevention and Access to Care.
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Research ties depression to risk of HIV infection
Sabine Kortals Nov. 17, 2010
Contracting HIV likely increases the risk of depression, and research has revealed that the reverse may also be true. According to a recent study, depression ...
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Human protein found to hinder HIV production
Christopher Lynch, MD Nov. 17, 2010
No cure for HIV currently exists. However, microbiologists at McGill University have found that a naturally occurring protein - bone marrow stromal cell antigen-2, or ...
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Survey finds older Americans often eschew condoms, STD tests
Michelle Sobel Nov. 16, 2010
The results of a new survey by the Center for Sexual Health Promotion at Indiana University suggest that mature Americans under-utilize condoms and STD testing ...
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Baby boomers run sexual health risks, survey finds
Christopher Lynch, MD Nov. 16, 2010
According to a poll conducted by the Canadian Liver Foundation, 16 percent of baby boomers - those aged 46 to 64 - have unprotected sex.
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State data finds teen STD rate creeping up
Lisa Oldson, MD Nov. 16, 2010
The rate of sexually transmitted diseases among Madison county young adults has risen slightly, according to the Jackson Sun, a local news source in Tennessee.
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Research deconstructs infection-worsening immune response to HIV
Michelle Sobel Nov. 15, 2010
A pair of studies published in the journal Blood have determined a potential cause of immune reconstitution inflammatory syndrome, or IRIS, a side effect of ...
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Study explains HIV’s ability to beat immune system
Michelle Sobel Nov. 15, 2010
New research finds that a particular protein on the surface of the human immunodeficiency virus allows it to enter human cells before they can form ...
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Education program helps people cope with HIV/AIDS
Lisa Oldson, MD Nov. 12, 2010
For more than two decades, an educational outreach program in Salt Lake City has been helping individuals live with HIV and AIDS, Q Salt Lake ...
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Study finds STD testing rates for HIV-positive men do not meet guidelines
Michelle Sobel Nov. 12, 2010
Screening for gonorrhea and chlamydia among HIV-infected men has increased but still falls short of prescribed levels, according to a February study published in the ...
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New drug to treat HIV complication approved by FDA
Christopher Lynch, MD Nov. 12, 2010
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has announced its approval of Egrifta, a drug designed to treat lipodystrophy, an effect of HIV.
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Adult film industry supports mandatory monthly STD testing
Michelle Sobel Nov. 10, 2010
In the fourth in a series of public meetings in California, representatives of the adult film lobby have proposed that the porn industry continue its ...
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HIV conference set to take place in Maryland later this month
Michelle Sobel Nov. 05, 2010
Despite significant strides in HIV awareness, the disease is still a public health threat, as it affects more than 55,000 new Americans each year. For ...
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Research links particular gene to natural HIV management
Sabine Kortals Nov. 05, 2010
A new study released in the journal Science narrows the origin of the rare ability to naturally control an HIV infection to just five proteins ...
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New study predicts future trends in HIV care
Michelle Sobel Nov. 03, 2010
As individuals who are diagnosed with HIV - a currently incurable sexually transmitted disease (STD) - are living longer due to the advances in therapies ...
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World Health Organization changes HIV treatments for mothers, newborns
Michelle Sobel Oct. 29, 2010
Articles recently featured in the New England Journal of Medicine and support from the National Institutes of Health contributed to updates of treatment protocols for ...
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JoAnne Keatley honored at HIV/AIDS Diversity Awards event
Michelle Sobel Oct. 29, 2010
Kaiser Permanente, a nonprofit organization that provides healthcare, recently recognized JoAnne Keatley at the annual HIV/AIDS Diversity Awards ceremony. Keatley's involvement in Women Organized to ...
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Risky sexual behavior still a growing trend among gay men
Christopher Lynch, MD Oct. 29, 2010
Risky sexual behavior continues to be a major concern among certain parts of gay community, according to findings published in the journal BMC Infectious Diseases.
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Bill and Melinda Foundation awards grant to Washington professor for HIV study
Christopher Lynch, MD Oct. 28, 2010
The Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation recently awarded a grant worth $1 million to Jerome from the University of Washington. The foundation gave the funding ...
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Florida University receives grant for HIV research
Lisa Oldson, MD Oct. 27, 2010
The Margaret Q. Landenberger Research Foundation recently awarded a $240,000 grant to Susana T. Valente, an assistant professor of infectology at The Scripps Research Institute. ...
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UConn announces dates for free HIV screenings
Christopher Lynch, MD Oct. 26, 2010
The University of Connecticut (UConn) has partnered with Planned Parenthood, a reproductive health organization, to offer free HIV screenings at the school's Health Education Office. ...
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Homemade tattoos increase STD risk among middle school students
Christopher Lynch, MD Oct. 25, 2010
The growing popularity of tattoos in today's society has led to many adolescents having the needle-based artwork in the home.
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Pocketbook Monologues addresses HIV/AIDS among African-American women
Christopher Lynch, MD Oct. 25, 2010
Following a 2007 report on sexually transmitted diseases published by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), one woman decided it was time to ...
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Columbia University bioengineer designs handheld STD diagnostic equipment
Sabine Kortals Oct. 25, 2010
Samuel Sia, a bioengineer at Columbia University in New York, recently developed a new medical device that tests individuals for blood-borne infections, including sexually transmitted ...
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Federal grant helps fund HIV research at Illinois jail
Michelle Sobel Oct. 25, 2010
The National Institutes of Health recently awarded the University of Illinois in Chicago a $7 million grant, which will be used towards researching methods of ...
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Teenage boy pushes back against fraudulent STD medication ad
Michelle Sobel Oct. 25, 2010
A teenage boy from Wales has launched a internet-based initiative on Twitter to educate people about an alleged "miracle drug". Rhys Morgan, a 15-year-old who ...
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The J-Spot: A Sex Educator Tells All show stops in Washington State
Sabine Kortals Oct. 21, 2010
Jay Friedman recently brought his safe sex lecture to Washington State University (WSU) to encourage students to be responsible about their sexual health. The J-Spot: ...
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FDA approves new warning label for HIV medication
Christopher Lynch, MD Oct. 21, 2010
New safety information will now be featured on the label for Invirase, a medication developed to treat patients with HIV. The U.S. Food and Drug ...
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West Virginia's Greek community participates in MTV safe sex campaign
Michelle Sobel Oct. 20, 2010
The fraternities and sororities at West Virginia University (WVU) recently contributed to the school's student health center the involvement in the MTV-sponsored Wrap It Up ...
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AIDS awareness day promotes HIV prevention among Latino, Hispanic Americans
Lisa Oldson, MD Oct. 20, 2010
Latino and Hispanic Americans across the country recently joined efforts in recognizing National Latino AIDS Awareness Day. Established in 2003, the initiative has raised awareness ...
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Teens with a Purpose receives support from Virgina news anchors, Al Roker
Michelle Sobel Oct. 20, 2010
Virginia-based Teens with a Purpose, and Al Roker, co-host of The Today Show and a board member of the sexual health campaign, will be getting ...
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Nonprofit organization launches HIV, hepatitis C health program for gay men
Christopher Lynch, MD Oct. 19, 2010
In an effort to improve healthcare opportunities for gay men who are infected with HIV and hepatitis C, the Terrence Higgins Trust (THT) has launched ...
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HIV spread continues, other STDs infections slow down in Australia
Christopher Lynch, MD Oct. 19, 2010
The number of Australians contracting HIV is the highest in the last 20 years, but health officials have found that the spread of other sexually ...
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Edward Norton, Don Cheadle named goodwill ambassadors to help combat HIV/AIDS
Michelle Sobel Oct. 18, 2010
Members of the United Nations General Assembly recently gathered at the New York-based headquarters to recognize several celebrities for raising awareness of many international concerns, ...
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Annual California event raises money for AIDS research
Michelle Sobel Oct. 18, 2010
Despite the rainy weather and cloudy skies, approximately 30,000 people participated in the AIDS Walk Los Angeles. During the West Hollywood event, an estimated $2.9 ...
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Annual pediatrics AIDS event will take place in New York
Lisa Oldson, MD Oct. 18, 2010
The Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation will host its 17th annual Kids for Kids Family Carnival on November 6 at the Skylight Soho in New ...
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New York City health department joins efforts to support HIV-positive African Americans
Christopher Lynch, MD Oct. 14, 2010
The New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene recently partnered with the Choose To Stand Up campaign, which aims to eliminate the stereotypes ...
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Pornography companies closed following HIV scare
Sabine Kortals Oct. 14, 2010
According to media reports, five California-based pornography companies have been shut down indefinitely after an actor allegedly tested positive for HIV. The test results were ...
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New York health officials update care guidelines for HIV-positive women
Sabine Kortals Oct. 14, 2010
The New York State Department of Health AIDS Institute recently updated the guidelines for treating women with HIV and who have been diagnosed with menstrual ...
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Federal funding awarded to Massachusetts-based medical institutes involved in HIV research
Christopher Lynch, MD Oct. 12, 2010
U.S. Senator John Kerry and U.S. Representative Jim McGovern recently announced that approximately $1.2 million in federal funding was awarded to the Dana Farber Cancer ...
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New York among six locations awarded funding for STD research
Christopher Lynch, MD Oct. 12, 2010
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recently announced that $6.2 million in funding will be awarded to six major health departments across the ...
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Loyola University cancels free HIV testing program
Michelle Sobel Oct. 08, 2010
Recent budget cuts at Loyola University have led to the removal of free HIV testing at the school's Wellness Center. However, the university will continue ...
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Government agency joins sexual assault prevention initiative
Lisa Oldson, MD Oct. 08, 2010
The U.S. Department of State recently joined the efforts supported by Together for Girls, an international campaign that works toward protecting girls from sexual violence. ...
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Washington, DC-based DMV hosts free STD testing event
Lisa Oldson, MD Oct. 06, 2010
The next time Washington, DC residents go to the Penn Branch DMV to renew their license, they will see a new available service - free ...
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Study finds teenagers more apt to use condoms than older adults
Christopher Lynch, MD Oct. 05, 2010
Teenagers and young people are more likely to use condoms than older individuals, according to findings published in the Journal of Sexual Health.
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Drew University removes free condom services on campus
Christopher Lynch, MD Oct. 05, 2010
The health services department at Drew University will no longer provide free condoms to the students, following reports thatsome individuals were taking too many at ...
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HIV-fighting antibodies may better combat virus in infants
Lisa Oldson, MD Oct. 04, 2010
A new study may have advanced the preventative efforts to combat the transmission of HIV from mother to child, according to research published in the ...
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Protein coating found in semen may slow the spread of HIV
Sabine Kortals Sep. 30, 2010
A non-stick coating that surrounds proteins found in semen may slow the transmission of HIV, according to a study published in the Journal of Biological ...
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Gay, bisexual men at higher HIV risk in major U.S. cities
Sabine Kortals Sep. 28, 2010
A recent study has found that 1 in 5 gay or bisexual men living in 21 major cities across the country have HIV, according to ...
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Pending legislation may lead to better access to HIV screenings, treatments
Michelle Sobel Sep. 27, 2010
Pennsylvania health officials have addressed state representatives to support the approval of new legislation, which would adjust the current HIV screening law.<br/><br/>If the bill is ...
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Promising AIDS drug may also prevent herpes
Lisa Oldson, MD Sep. 24, 2010
An AIDS-preventing medication may also help treat patients with herpes, according to findings published in the journal Proceedings of the National Academies of Sciences.<br/><br/>In 2007, ...
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Results remain the same among HIV-positive male, female patients
Michelle Sobel Sep. 22, 2010
A recent study has found no gender differences among participants who used a potential HIV-fighting medication, according to findings published in the journal Annals of ...
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PatientFinder names cities with largest untreated HIV populations
Michelle Sobel Sep. 21, 2010
Tacoma, Colorado Springs and Salt Lake City are the cities with the highest number of patients not receiving treatment for HIV, according to HealthLeader-InterStudy's PatientFinder. ...
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Styx bass player Chuck Panozzo continues support for HIV fight
Lisa Oldson, MD Sep. 08, 2010
After spending the majority of his adult life on the road with his band Styx, Chuck Panozzo is using his rock n' roll celebrity status ...
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Vitamin A, beta-carotene may increase mother-child HIV transmission
Michelle Sobel Sep. 02, 2010
HIV-positive women who are breastfeeding are being advised to avoid supplements containing vitamin A and beta-carotene, according to trials conducted at the University of Michigan. ...
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Scientists say they may be close to identifying how a protein kills HIV in monkeys
Michelle Sobel Aug. 25, 2010
A study, reported in the journal Virology and funded by a grant from the National Institutes of Health, has discovered the key components of a ...
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Nonprofit, pharmaceutical company join forces to improve care of minority HIV patients
Sabine Kortals Aug. 16, 2010
It is well know that minorities with STDs such as HIV/AIDS face greater obstacles than white Americans in accessing treatment and care resources following their ...
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Frequent syphilis screenings may reduce spread among homosexuals
Christopher Lynch, MD Aug. 12, 2010
More testing of HIV-positive men who have sex with men (MSM) for syphilis could slow the spread of the sexually transmitted disease (STD), according to ...
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Safer syringes may reduce STD infection among healthcare personnel
Michelle Sobel Aug. 12, 2010
A newly designed syringe may reduce the number of medical employees contracting blood-born diseases from accidental needlesticks. Healthcare officials report that approximately 1 million related ...
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Medical advancement may lead to slowing the spread of herpes
Sabine Kortals Aug. 05, 2010
In an effort to slow the spread of HIV in New York, Governor David Paterson has approved two bills that will improve the availability of ...
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Medical experts worry about scarcity of new STD research
Sabine Kortals Aug. 04, 2010
As a result of previous advancements in prevention and treatment methods for sexually transmitted diseases (STDs), healthcare officials have voiced their concern over the scarcity ...
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Safe sex program may lead to fewer HIV cases among female sex workers
Christopher Lynch, MD Aug. 03, 2010
A new intervention program established along the U.S.-Mexico boarder is expected to result in fewer female sex workers contracting HIV, according to a report published ...
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STD screening advancements may lead to earlier detection, faster results
Sabine Kortals Jul. 30, 2010
New developments in testing for sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) achieved by Abbott Diagnostics, a medical supplies company, were recently presented at this year's American Association ...
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DC Doin' It! campaign promotes female condom use
Lisa Oldson, MD Jul. 28, 2010
In an effort to encourage residents of Washington, DC to practice safe sex, the DC Doin' It! campaign will release a series of bus advertisements, ...
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Community health organization announces free testing in Washington, DC
Christopher Lynch, MD Jul. 28, 2010
In an effort to slow the spread of sexually transmitted diseases (STDs), the National Association of Free Clinics (NAFC) has announced that on August 4, ...
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Fascination with vampire themes may lead to STD outbreak in teens
Christopher Lynch, MD Jul. 27, 2010
As a result of the popularity of the vampire-themed Twilight books and movies, some fans are taking their infatuation with this trend to an extreme ...
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More support needed to prevent spread of HIV from mother to child
Sabine Kortals Jul. 27, 2010
Fewer children are contracting HIV from their mothers, but researchers are suggesting more work is needed in order to improve the prevention of this epidemic, ...
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Trial vaccines may cause HIV-related antibody development in participants
Lisa Oldson, MD Jul. 26, 2010
Participants of HIV vaccine studies may have developed virus-related antibodies linked to positive diagnoses, according to findings published in the Journal of the American Medical ...
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Circumcision found not affective in HIV prevention in gay men
Sabine Kortals Jul. 23, 2010
Adult circumcision in gay men may only have a small effect on HIV prevention, according to a study conducted at the University of Pittsburgh Graduate ...
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Microbicide gel may offer protection against HIV
Lisa Oldson, MD Jul. 20, 2010
New research has found that the use of a vaginal gel in two separate studies showed effectiveness of protecting against the spread of HIV.
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Improved availability of STD treatments linked to decrease in drug users with HIV
Michelle Sobel Jul. 19, 2010
A form of therapy used to treat HIV patients may contribute to fewer people with injection drug history contracting the virus, according to a study ...
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Bill Gates speaks at international AIDS conference
Sabine Kortals Jul. 19, 2010
The man behind Microsoft, Bill Gates, recently spoke at this year's International AIDS Conference to raise awareness of medical advancements towards helping those with HIV. ...
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Nonprofit officials include HIV and hepatitis treatment in prevention initiative
Sabine Kortals Jul. 15, 2010
As part of the recent plans implemented in Washington, DC to combat the spread of HIV/AIDS, representatives of the National Viral Hepatitis Roundtable (NVHR) have ...
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Scarlett Johannson raises awareness of growing HIV epidemic
Lisa Oldson, MD Jul. 15, 2010
One of Hollywood's top young actresses, Scarlett Johansson, has used her celebrity status to encourage young people to get tested for sexually transmitted diseases (STDs).
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Government healthcare agencies establish HIV/AIDS prevention plan
Michelle Sobel Jul. 14, 2010
Federal healthcare officials have announced plans to launch an initiative in response to the growing population of Americans who are contracting HIV/AIDS.
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Healthcare officials, researchers continue to push for HIV clinic in Washington, DC
Lisa Oldson, MD Jul. 13, 2010
In order to increase efforts to prevent the spread of HIV/AIDS in the nation's capital, a new study suggests that establishing a sexually transmitted disease ...
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Antibodies in HIV-positive blood may contribute to vaccine development
Sabine Kortals Jul. 12, 2010
A recent discovery by the National Institutes of Health (NIH) researchers may lead to advancements in developing a vaccine to treat patients with the virus ...
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California school, national association to combat STDs
Sabine Kortals Jul. 09, 2010
Officials from the Forum for Collaborative HIV Research have announced a partnership with the University California Berkeley School of Public Health in order to slow ...
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Medical professionals stress importance of HIV testing in teenagers
Michelle Sobel Jul. 07, 2010
Despite recommendations by public health organizations to begin testing teenagers for sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) at age 13 years, experts have found that many physicians ...
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Healthcare professionals continue to encourage prompt HIV treatment
Christopher Lynch, MD Jul. 01, 2010
Following this year's National HIV Testing Day that was held on June 27, healthcare professionals have continued to promote their message of the importance of ...
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Missouri-based hospital reportedly exposes more than 1,800 patients to HIV, hepatitis
Sabine Kortals Jun. 30, 2010
A total of 1,812 patients may be at risk of developing hepatitis or AIDS after receiving dental treatments at the John Cochran Veterans Administration Medical ...
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More people contracting HIV may live in Southern states
Michelle Sobel Jun. 29, 2010
The spreading of sexually transmitted diseases has been a growing epidemic in the U.S. for decades, and recently Southern states have been singled out by ...
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NGOs work to raise STD awareness during World Cup
Sabine Kortals Jun. 28, 2010
As South Africa is hosting the World Cup this summer, public health NGOs are working hard to remind locals and visitors that the country has ...
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Federal investigation probes adult film industry STD reports
Christopher Lynch, MD Jun. 25, 2010
Representatives from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services have begun a federal investigation of the Adult Industry Medical (AIM) Healthcare Foundation, an STD ...
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New HIV test gets green light from the FDA
Michelle Sobel Jun. 22, 2010
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) - the nation's pharmaceutical regulator - has accepted the use of a new diagnostic HIV test that promises an ...
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Scientists recommend additional HIV testing method
Sabine Kortals Jun. 21, 2010
Today's standard HIV tests can only detect the patient's antibodies, but scientists increasingly believe this may not be sufficient enough to identify everyone who is ...
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HIV Testing Day campaign to get celebrity boost
Sabine Kortals Jun. 18, 2010
In the run up to the National HIV Testing Day, which will be held on June 27, the Kaiser Family Foundation and the Black AIDS ...
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