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In a new commentary in the Journal of the American Medical Association, Anthony S. Fauci, M.D., NIAID director, and colleague Hilary D. Marston, M.D., M.P.H., urged that more specific and focused approaches are needed to achieve a world without AIDS.
To learn more, read the NIAID press release:
Achieving a World Without AIDS: Scale Must Give Way to Focus, Details
(Source: AIDSinfo At-a-Glance: Offering Information on HIV/AIDS Treatment, Prevention, and Research, A Service of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS))
Source: AIDSinfo At-a-Glance: Offering Information on HIV/AIDS Treatment, Prevention, and Research, A Service of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) - January 30, 2015 Category: Infectious Diseases Source Type: news
Slideshow of Selected NIAID Research Advances of 2014
A new slideshow from NIAID highlights notable scientific accomplishments made by NIAID laboratories and NIAID-funded researchers during fiscal year 2014. The following are examples of HIV research advances included in the slideshow:
Promising research on pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP)
A new bioinformatics approach to identify HIV-neutralizing antibodies
A new technique to test the effectiveness of latency-reversing agents (LRAs) (Source: AIDSinfo At-a-Glance: Offering Information on HIV/AIDS Treatment, Prevention, and Research, A Service of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS))
Source: AIDSinfo At-a-Glance: Offering Information on HIV/AIDS Treatment, Prevention, and Research, A Service of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) - January 30, 2015 Category: Infectious Diseases Source Type: news
FDA Approves Changes to Kaletra Label
"On January 28, [2015] FDA approved changes to the Kaletra (lopinavir/ritonavir) label to include dosing recommendations in pregnant women."
More information is available:
FDA: Press release
AIDSinfo: Patient fact sheet on Kaletra (Source: AIDSinfo At-a-Glance: Offering Information on HIV/AIDS Treatment, Prevention, and Research, A Service of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS))
Source: AIDSinfo At-a-Glance: Offering Information on HIV/AIDS Treatment, Prevention, and Research, A Service of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) - January 30, 2015 Category: Infectious Diseases Source Type: news
FDA Approves Two Medications to Treat HIV Infection: Evotaz and Prezcobix
On January 29, 2015, FDA sent e-mails noting the approval of two HIV medications to treat HIV infection:
"On January 29, 2015, FDA approved Evotaz, a fixed dose combination tablet containing 300 mg of atazanavir and 150 mg of cobicistat. Evotaz is indicated in combination with other antiretroviral agents for the treatment of … human immunodeficiency virus (HIV 1) infection in adults."
"On January 29, 2015, FDA approved Prezcobix a fixed dose combination tablet containing 800 mg of darunavir and 150 mg of cobicistat.
"Prezcobix is indicated in combination with other antiretroviral agents for the ...
Source: AIDSinfo At-a-Glance: Offering Information on HIV/AIDS Treatment, Prevention, and Research, A Service of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) - January 30, 2015 Category: Infectious Diseases Source Type: news
New CDC Fact Sheet and Slide Set on HIV Care Continuum Available
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recently published a new "Understanding the HIV Care Continuum" fact sheet and "HIV Care Continuum for the United States and Puerto Rico" slide set. The HIV care continuum is the series of steps from the time a person is diagnosed with HIV through the successful treatment of their infection with HIV medications. The fact sheet and slide set provide information and statistics on the continuum, including how CDC monitors the continuum. (Source: AIDSinfo At-a-Glance: Offering Information on HIV/AIDS Treatment, Prevention, and Research, A Service of the U.S. Department of He...
Source: AIDSinfo At-a-Glance: Offering Information on HIV/AIDS Treatment, Prevention, and Research, A Service of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) - January 16, 2015 Category: Infectious Diseases Source Type: news
NIH Grantees Overcome Hurdle to Kill HIV-Infected Cells Brought Out of Hiding
"A major obstacle to curing people of HIV infection is the way the virus hides in a reservoir primarily of dormant immune cells called resting memory CD4+ T cells. One potential approach to curing HIV infection is to awaken these latent CD4+ T cells so they start making HIV proteins. This would alert the immune system that the cells are infected, and, in theory, generate an immune response that kills them. It has been unclear, however, whether typical immune mechanisms for killing virally infected cells would eliminate HIV-infected CD4+ T cells awakened from the HIV reservoir."
To learn more about this study, view t...
Source: AIDSinfo At-a-Glance: Offering Information on HIV/AIDS Treatment, Prevention, and Research, A Service of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) - January 16, 2015 Category: Infectious Diseases Source Type: news
Updated Fact Sheets Available From CDC
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recently updated the following four fact sheets:
HIV Among African Americans
HIV Among African American Gay and Bisexual Men
HIV Among Gay and Bisexual Men
HIV Among Latinos
The fact sheets include information and statistics on diagnoses of HIV infection and AIDS in each population. Prevention challenges and information about CDC programs and campaigns are also included. (Source: AIDSinfo At-a-Glance: Offering Information on HIV/AIDS Treatment, Prevention, and Research, A Service of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS))
Source: AIDSinfo At-a-Glance: Offering Information on HIV/AIDS Treatment, Prevention, and Research, A Service of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) - January 2, 2015 Category: Infectious Diseases Source Type: news
FDA Approves Stribild Efficacy Supplement
"On December 17, [2014], the Indications and Usage section of the STRIBILD (elvitegravir 150 mg/cobicistat 150 mg/emtricitabine 200 mg/tenofovir 300mg) label was updated to include patients who are virologically-suppressed (HIV-1 RNA <50 copies/mL) on a stable antiretroviral regimen for at least 6 months with no history of treatment failure in order to replace their current regimen. Patients should have no known substitutions associated with resistance to the individual components of STRIBILD."
More information is available:
FDA: Press release
AIDSinfo: Patient fact sheet on Stribild (Source: AIDS...
Source: AIDSinfo At-a-Glance: Offering Information on HIV/AIDS Treatment, Prevention, and Research, A Service of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) - December 19, 2014 Category: Infectious Diseases Source Type: news
CDC Releases Recommendations for HIV Prevention with Adults and Adolescents with HIV in the United States, 2014
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA), the National Institutes of Health (NIH), the American Academy of HIV Medicine, the Association of Nurses in AIDS Care, the International Association of Providers of AIDS Care, the National Minority AIDS Council, and the Urban Coalition for HIV/AIDS Prevention Services issued Recommendations for HIV Prevention with Adults and Adolescents with HIV in the United States, 2014. This guideline updates and expands on Recommendations for Incorporating HIV Prevention into the Medical Care of Persons Living with HIV &n...
Source: AIDSinfo At-a-Glance: Offering Information on HIV/AIDS Treatment, Prevention, and Research, A Service of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) - December 13, 2014 Category: Infectious Diseases Source Type: news
Community Member Nominations Are Now Being Accepted for the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Panel on Antiretroviral Guidelines for Adults and Adolescents
The HHS Panel on Antiretroviral Guidelines for Adults and Adolescents (or the Panel) is accepting nominations for new community members who represent the demographic diversity of the HIV epidemic in the United States. Selected candidates may assist the Panel in identifying and addressing aspects of HIV treatment that are unique to their constituencies.
The candidate shall have knowledge and involvement in issues related to management of HIV-infected adults and adolescents, as evidenced by experience in HIV treatment education/advocacy or clinical/public policy initiatives related to HIV treatment. The successful candidate...
Source: AIDSinfo At-a-Glance: Offering Information on HIV/AIDS Treatment, Prevention, and Research, A Service of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) - December 13, 2014 Category: Infectious Diseases Source Type: news
Scientific/Clinical Member Nominations Are Now Being Accepted for the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Panel on Antiretroviral Guidelines for Adults and Adolescents
The HHS Panel on Antiretroviral Guidelines for Adults and Adolescents (or the Panel) is accepting nominations for new scientific/clinical members with expertise in HIV medicine.The Panel is seeking candidates with expertise in HIV clinical research and clinical care.
Panel members critically evaluate new information and prepare guidelines revisions. The candidates should be recognized experts in their areas of interest. The successful candidates will serve a 4-year term beginning April 2015, with potential for reappointment for an additional term.
The Panel is a Working Group of the Office of AIDS Research Advisory Counc...
Source: AIDSinfo At-a-Glance: Offering Information on HIV/AIDS Treatment, Prevention, and Research, A Service of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) - December 13, 2014 Category: Infectious Diseases Source Type: news
Recent HIV/AIDS News
December 1, 2014: From NIH: Sophisticated HIV Diagnostics Adapted for Remote Areas
November 25, 2014: From CDC: Only 3 in 10 Americans with HIV Have Virus in Check
November 24, 2014: From NIAID: Starting Treatment Soon After HIV Infection Improves Immune Health, Study Finds (Source: AIDSinfo At-a-Glance: Offering Information on HIV/AIDS Treatment, Prevention, and Research, A Service of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS))
Source: AIDSinfo At-a-Glance: Offering Information on HIV/AIDS Treatment, Prevention, and Research, A Service of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) - December 5, 2014 Category: Infectious Diseases Source Type: news
AIDSinfo Releases Drug App for iOS and Android Devices
AIDSinfo is pleased to announce the release of the AIDSinfo Drug App. Using data from the AIDSinfo Drug Database, the drug app provides information on more than 100 HIV-related approved and investigational drugs. The information, offered in English and Spanish, is tailored to meet the needs of both health care providers and consumers. The app is designed to automatically refresh when the user is connected to a wireless or cellular data network. The auto update feature eliminates the need to manually update the app to view the most current drug information. In addition, the app works offline, ensuring that health care provi...
Source: AIDSinfo At-a-Glance: Offering Information on HIV/AIDS Treatment, Prevention, and Research, A Service of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) - December 5, 2014 Category: Infectious Diseases Source Type: news
December 1 is World AIDS Day
The theme of World AIDS Day 2014 is "Focus, Partner, Achieve: An AIDS-free Generation." The theme represents both the progress and the ongoing challenges in the global fight against HIV/AIDS. Successes include the wider availability of life-saving antiretroviral drugs, advances in HIV vaccine research, and declines in mother-to-child transmission of HIV. To meet the challenge of an AIDS-free generation, partners worldwide will continue to focus on eliminating new HIV infections and AIDS-related deaths.
Visit our World AIDS Day webpage [en español] to learn more about this annual observance. The page inclu...
Source: AIDSinfo At-a-Glance: Offering Information on HIV/AIDS Treatment, Prevention, and Research, A Service of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) - November 21, 2014 Category: Infectious Diseases Source Type: news
CDC Releases 2012 HIV Surveillance Report
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recently released the 2012 HIV Surveillance Report. The report presents data from the National HIV Surveillance System on diagnoses of HIV infection in the United States and 6 dependent areas. The data in this report are used by federal agencies, health departments, and other organizations to help focus prevention efforts, allocate resources, and monitor trends in HIV infection. (Source: AIDSinfo At-a-Glance: Offering Information on HIV/AIDS Treatment, Prevention, and Research, A Service of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS))
Source: AIDSinfo At-a-Glance: Offering Information on HIV/AIDS Treatment, Prevention, and Research, A Service of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) - November 21, 2014 Category: Infectious Diseases Source Type: news
