Homelessness linked to HIV infection and low rates of viral suppression
San Francisco is making strides in reducing the number of new HIV infections that happen every year. But recent data released by the San Francisco Department of Public Health show … Read More →
View ArticleHow the myth about opioids and chronic pain affects people living with HIV
Chronic pain is something many people living with HIV report, with studies estimating that the condition affects anywhere from 40% to 85% of people living with HIV. Many people are … Read More →
View ArticleWhat it’s like to provide HIV care to people without housing
How can a person take daily medications if they’re constantly having their belongings stolen? Or prioritize going to medical appointments if they’re just worried about where their next meal will … Read...
View ArticleStrut evaluation report: More diversity, improved outcomes, and more room to...
Jared Hemming, site director of Strut, the San Francisco AIDS Foundation’s health and wellness center in the Castro, describes services at Strut this way: “Folks can come in and find … Read More →
View ArticleReducing meth use improves depression in people living with HIV
Methamphetamine (meth) is a powerful stimulant that in the short-term can improve mood, energy levels and alertness—but when used long-term can lead to depression and other mental health concerns. Some...
View ArticleHigh rates of undiagnosed infection among Black trans women
Black transgender women have one of the highest rates of HIV of any population in the U.S., with one study estimating an HIV prevalence rate of 56%. Yet the extent … Read More →
View ArticleHow do we define “undetectable” in HIV prevention?
In HIV treatment and prevention, we oftentimes use the term “undetectable” as a way to measure the success of a person’s HIV treatment. People who get and stay undetectable not … Read More →
View ArticleHIV inflammation linked to complex motor skill impairment
Even in its mildest form, HIV-associated neurocognitive impairment can cause problems related to everyday cognitive tasks requiring memory and recall, problem solving and coordinated movement. Now, new...
View ArticleLow PrEP awareness and use among cis women seeking STI services
In the U.S. nearly 20% of new HIV infections are among cisgender women (cis women) with higher rates among women of color. Yet rates of PrEP uptake among women have … Read More →
View ArticleNew research: Awareness, perceived effectiveness of U=U and intermittent PrEP...
PrEP and treatment as prevention (TasP) are empowering people of any HIV status to live without fear of HIV. PrEP reduces anxiety around HIV infection for people who are HIV-negative … Read More →
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