POZ July/August 2024
POZ July/August 2024
In every issue of POZ, you’ll find the latest health news, personal stories and much more.
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Heart of the Matter
People living with HIV are crucial to clinical trials related to the virus.
Giving it a Try: A Guide to Clinical Trials
Studies of new treatments, prevention tools, comorbidity management and cure strategies for people living with or at risk for HIV.
2024 HIV Drug Chart
This quick-reference chart compares antiretroviral (ARV) options for the treatment of HIV, including adult dosing and dietary restrictions.
Editor’s Letter
Heart of Gold
This special issue, which highlights the latest in HIV treatment, takes a closer look at clinical trials.
POZ Q&A
Sharing the Hope
Paul Edmonds is one of a handful of people cured of HIV and cancer after a special kind of stem cell transplant.
POZ Planet
A New Home for Lifebeat
The program is now part of the Elizabeth Taylor AIDS Foundation.
HIV Cannot Spread in Pools
Online comments in Texas shared misinformation.
Grindr Allegedly Shared HIV Status
The gay dating app company was sued in London.
Cosmetic Injection Transmits HIV
Cases linked to a New Mexico spa mark the first documented instances.
Long COVID Data Easier to Access
Deidentified data on thousands of adults are now available.
Viral Hepatitis Deaths Are Increasing
Worldwide, hepatitis B and C claim 3,500 lives each day.
The Best Medicine
Finding out I had HIV forced me to look at myself in the mirror and make real changes.
Everyday – July/Augsut 2024
These dates represent milestones in the HIV epidemic. Visit poz.com/aidsiseveryday to learn more about the history of HIV and AIDS.
Voices
Memory Lane
In an opinion piece, NMAC’s new deputy director of programs looks back on his HIV advocacy and urges for renewed efforts in 2024.
Syndemic Approaches
In a post, POZ blogger and social justice advocate Matthew Rose underscores that multiple challenges lie ahead. Below is an edited excerpt.
Spotlight
AIDS Walk New York
The 2024 AIDS Walk took place as the city is poised to cut $5.3 million in spending on HIV education and outreach programs.
Nutrition & Fitness
Chocolate Tahini Bars
These treats are incredibly easy to throw together.
Add Lemon to Your Water
Lemons are a natural diuretic and can flush out bacteria and toxins
Basics
HIV and Your Lungs
Smoking cessation, exercise and vaccines can help keep your lungs healthy.
Care & Treatment
More PrEP Leads to Fewer HIV Diagnoses
While PrEP uptake has been high among urban white gay and bisexual men, coverage is lagging for women and Black and Latino gay men.
HIV Reservoirs and Viral Rebound
HIV inserts its genetic blueprints into the DNA of human cells and establishes a long-lasting reservoir that antiretrovirals can’t reach.
Treatment for Fatty Liver Disease
The prevalence of fatty liver disease among people with HIV appears to be somewhat higher than that of the population at large.
Older People With HIV Have Unmet Needs
Today, more than half of HIV-positive people in the United States are ages 50 or older.
Research Notes
Prevention: Ultra-Long-Acting PrEP
The ultra-long-acting formulation could be administered three times a year.
Treatment: Delayed Treatment
These findings emphasize the importance of prompt diagnosis and early treatment.
Cure: CRISPR Disappoints
A Phase 1 study enrolled people on antiretroviral therapy with an undetectable viral load.
Concerns: Inadequate Sleep
Findings suggest that getting enough sleep may be particularly important for people living with HIV.
Heroes
Consequential Scientist
Alison Rodger’s research proved that Undetectable Equals Untransmittable (U=U).
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