HIV
An Introduction to HIV
HIV infection has been a major global problem since its emergence in 1981. Antiretroviral drugs revolutionized the treatment and prevention of HIV, but adherence and the impact on quality of life are ongoing challenges. New longer-acting treatments have recently been introduced to help address these issues, and evolving treatments with a novel mode-of-action are currently under investigation.
Expert video highlights and insights from the conference hub and comprehensive peer-reviewed articles from our journal portfolio provide updates on the changing treatment landscape. To learn more about how the latest developments impact on patient outcomes view our expert-led learning activities.
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Physician burnout is at a critical point. In this episode, Nicky speaks with Dr Alfred Atanda about why so many physicians are burning out and what can be done to change the trend. From personal experience to system-wide solutions, Dr Atanda shares valuable insights on improving physician well-being and building a more effective healthcare culture.
In this episode, we explore the future of continuing medical education (CME) with the team behind touchIME. Hannah Fisher and Matthew Goodwin share insights into global and US trends, the importance of patient inclusivity and how educational outcomes are evolving to better measure the direct impact of learning on clinical practice and patient care.
For more than 40 years, Rebecca Denison has lived with HIV and advocated for women affected by the virus. A longtime activist and founder of WORLD, she has witnessed the epidemic’s evolution. In this interview, she reflects on scientific progress, ongoing challenges, and why the fight against HIV is far from over.
Skye Opsteen is a first-generation MD/PhD trainee in the Medical Scientist Training Program at the University of Alabama at Birmingham, Birmingham, AL, USA. Under the mentorship of Dr Nathan Erdmann, her PhD research explores the impact of chronic HIV ...
“An HIV vaccine wouldn’t just save lives; it would transform entire communities” Despite decades of research and advances in HIV treatment, an effective vaccine is still in development. The disease's ability to mutate, evade the immune system and persist ...
The Conference on Retroviruses and Opportunistic Infections (CROI) is the leading global meeting for HIV research, bringing together over 4,000 experts from around the world. It serves as a platform for researchers to translate laboratory and clinical discoveries into meaningful advancements ...
Welcome to the latest edition of touchREVIEWS in Infectious Diseases, where we continue our mission to deliver insightful, cutting-edge perspectives in infectious disease diagnosis and management. This issue offers an array of topics spanning diagnostics, service delivery innovations and preventive ...
The world can eliminate AIDS by empowering communities and prioritizing human rights. We can end AIDS as a global health threat by 2030. The World Health Organization (WHO) joined forces with partners and communities to commemorate World AIDS Day 2024 (1 December), ...
As 2024 draws to a close, we’re celebrating a wonderful year of content. From insightful expert Q&As and peer-reviewed articles to conference highlights and a wealth of medical education, it’s been a year filled with content that we hope has been useful to our audience. We’ve had the privilege of connecting with leading experts and working alongside medical societies to support the infectious diseases community with high-quality, easily accessible content.
Topline results from phase III PURPOSE 1 trial (NCT04994509) demonstrate the twice-yearly injectable HIV-1 capsid inhibitor, lenacapavir, achieved 100% efficacy in preventing HIV infections in cisgender women.
The expansion of HIV treatment access during the past two decades, particularly in low- and middle-income countries, stands as a significant accomplishment in the field of public health.1 Currently, there are an estimated 30 million people on antiretroviral treatment for HIV ...
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