Because of major advances in the treatment of HIV/AIDS, HIV-positive persons now live longer, healthier lives; however, hepatitis C virus (HCV) is increasingly recognized as a major cause of morbidity and mortality in this population. Journal of Viral Hepatitis
A warning for Nevirapine has been issued, and recommends that Nevirapine not be prescribed in patients with increased risk of toxicity based on CD4 cut-offs and gender. HIV Medicine
Darunavir/ritonavir (DRV/r) is non-inferior to lopinavir/ritonavir (LPV/r) in treatment-naive HIV-infected patients and offers a better safety profile, according to a report in the July 31st issue of AIDS. Reuters Health Information
Although epidemiologic studies have documented that hepatitis C virus /human immunodeficiency virus co-infected patients have accelerated fibrogenesis, especially those with CD4+ cell counts
The risk of HIV-related infections and death remains elevated for at least 18 months after patients resume antiretroviral therapy (ART) following a planned treatment interruption, results of the multinational SMART (Strategies for Management of Anti-Retroviral Therapy) study indicate. Reuters Health Information
Ribavirin (RBV) exposure is important for maximizing the response to chronic hepatitis C virus therapy. However, RBV-associated haemolytic anaemia may force dose reductions or even treatment discontinuation. Journal of Viral Hepatitis
Motor impairment is predictive of affective, behavioral and cognitive changes in HIV patients on highly active antiretroviral therapy (HAART), investigators with the Manhattan HIV Brain Bank report. Reuters Health Information
An updated analysis on sexual risk behaviors among US high school students is compared to the earlier 1991-2005 report. Were there any changes? Which subgroups are most at risk for HIV and other STDs? Morbidity & Mortality Weekly Report
Diagnosing HIV before/early in pregnancy helps determine most effective ART regimen to prevent perinatal HIV transmission. Which individual and geographic factors are related to prenatal HIV testing? Maternal and Child Health Journal
