In this prospective cohort study in Argentina, where HAART is available free of charge, the study investigators assessed factors associated with early vs late initiation of HAART. The Medscape Journal of Medicine
A synthetic peptide derived from a hepatitis C virus (HCV) protein - dubbed "C5A" -- has a unique virucidal mode of action with potent activity that renders HIV and HCV particles noninfectious, according to new research. Reuters Health Information
In a study of over 3000 HIV-infected patients, a diagnosis of depression was associated with poor adherence to highly active antiretroviral therapy (HAART) and poorer virologic control, researchers report in the March 1 issue of the Journal of Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndromes. Reuters Health Information
Nontuberculous mycobacteria (NTM) disease in patients without HIV is increasing. Find out how laboratory-based surveillance may be useful in detecting respiratory tract disease. Emerging Infectious Diseases
What are the recent genomic developments that are relevant for clinical practice in diverse healthcare settings? OJIN: The Online Journal of Issues in Nursing
The progression of human immunodeficiency virus type 1 (HIV-1) disease is affected by the virus subtype, according to a recent study based on research ongoing in Rakai, Uganda, since 1994 and published in the March 1 issue of the Journal of Infectious Diseases. Reuters Health Information
A human IgG4 monoclonal antibody that binds to the CC chemokine receptor 5 (CCR5) is well-tolerated and shows "meaningful antiviral activity" against CCR5-tropic HIV-1, according to the results of a phase II trial. Reuters Health Information
Transgender populations in the United States have been impacted by the HIV/AIDS epidemic. What is the prevalence of HIV infection and risk behaviors of transgender persons? AIDS and Behavior
Individuals infected with a mutated strain of HIV, transmitted from a person possessing the HLA gene sequences that have allowed them to control the virus, may also have a survival advantage even if they do not possess the same gene sequences, AIDS researchers from South Africa report in the open-access online journal PLoS Pathogens. Reuters Health Information
