POZ March 2023
POZ March 2023
In every issue of POZ, you’ll find the latest health news, personal stories and much more.
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Evolving the HIV Decriminalization Movement
The Sero Project has been mobilizing advocates across the country to fight HIV criminalization laws for 10 years—and it’s not done yet.
Increasing PrEP Uptake in the South
AIDS Alabama South promotes pre-exposure prophylaxis among women.
HIV Criminalization
Use this poster to help spread the word about HIV criminalization and advocate for change.
Editor’s Letter
Is It a Crime?
HIV criminalization laws must be abolished.
POZ Q & A
Still Much To Do
AVAC looks ahead with Anthony Fauci, MD, to what’s next in the fight against HIV and COVID-19.
POZ Planet
“Bounce to Zero” to End HIV
A New Orleans campaign aims to reduce new cases.
Mobilizing Black Gay Men to Fight Mpox
The #FactsAndVax campaign enlists Black influencers.
Ads for HIV Meds Upset Viewers
The commercials aired on the Great American Family Channel.
“Keep on Loving” to Prevent HIV
Philadelphia launches a free virtual PrEP program.
My World Stopped
Lashanda Salinas wants to reform HIV criminalization laws.
Everyday – March 2023
These dates represent milestones in the HIV epidemic. Visit poz.com/aidsiseveryday to learn more about the history of HIV and AIDS.
Voices
POZ Awards 2022
The POZ editors compiled the winners, as voted on by readers, of the 7th Annual POZ Awards.
Congrats Cleve
Cleve Jones, Activist and Founder of the AIDS Memorial Quilt, Honored with Lifetime of Commitment Award on World AIDS Day.
Spotlight
World AIDS Day 2022
World AIDS Day represents an opportunity to raise awareness of the issues many of those living with the virus face.
Basics
Switching HIV Treatment
Most people can find a well-tolerated regimen that maintains viral suppression.
Nutrition & Fitness
Salmon with Grapefruit Vinaigrette
This easy recipe includes nutrient-rich broccoli rabe.
Get Ready to Get Fit
Your gym workout should be tough, but fitting it into your morning routine can be easy.
Care & Treatment
New HIV Treatment and PrEP Guidelines
The guidelines recommend starting treatment as soon as possible after an HIV diagnosis, since early treatment leads to better outcomes.
Studies Shed More Light on Weight Gain
In recent years, there’s been growing concern about weight gain after starting or switching antiretrovirals.
COVID Vaccine Response in People With HIV
Overall, people with and without HIV had low and comparable rates of severe breakthrough illness.
How Did COVID Affect HIV Care?
While HIV testing and PrEP prescriptions were disrupted, the provision of HIV treatment remained strong.
Research Notes
Prevention: bnAb HIV Vaccine
The virus mutates rapidly, making it difficult to develop a broadly effective vaccine.
Treatment: Sunlenca Approved
After 52 weeks, 83% had an undetectable viral load.
Cure: CRISPR Cuts
The first par-ticipant was treated last July, and the therapy has been well tolerated so far.
Concerns: Lung Cancer
People living with HIV are more likely to smoke than those who are HIV-negative.
Heroes
Sisterhood for All
She joined The Well Project in 2009 and was named executive director in 2013.
Digital Edition
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