Updated HIV primary care guidelines provide evidence-based and standardized approaches to manage individuals living with HIV, addressing their unique needs and challenges. By following these guidelines, healthcare providers can enhance patient outcomes and stay abreast of the latest research and treatment advancements in HIV care. In this interview, we speak with Dr Mamta Jain (UT Southwestern, Dallas, TX, USA) to share her valuable insights on vaccinations, cancer screening, and mental health screening for people living with and at risk of HIV. We explore the latest updates and recommendations in these areas, as well as discuss the best practices, challenges, and strategies for effective implementation.
The presentation ‘Update on the HIV Primary Care Guidelines‘ was presented at ACTHIV 2023, 4-6 May 2023, Phoenix, AZ, USA
Questions:
- What are the latest updates and recommendations regarding vaccinations for individuals with HIV?
- What are the best practices for cancer screening in people with HIV? How can these be implemented into a primary care setting?
- What are some of the challenges and considerations when screening and managing depression and anxiety in people living with HIV? What strategies could you recommend to overcome these?
- What resources and educational opportunities are available to ensure that healthcare professionals stay up to date with the latest research and guidelines on vaccinations, cancer screening, and mental health screening for people living with HIV?
- What are your key take home messages?
Disclosures: Mamta Jai receives grant/research support from Gilead Sciences.
Support: Interview and filming supported by Touch Medical Media Ltd. Interview conducted by Katey Gabrysch and Matthew Goodwin
Filmed in coverage of the American Conference for the Treatment of HIV™ (ACTHIV™)
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