HIV and AIDS

This information sheet explains the requirement for insurers to cover Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP) without cost-sharing. 

This information sheet provides guidance on covering the costs of PrEP (Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis) and PEP (Post-Exposure Prophylaxis). 

This journal examines the role of circular RNAs (circRNAs) in HIV-1 replication, highlighting the discovery that backsplicing of the HIV-1 transcript produces multiple circRNAs that enhance viral replication. 

This journal discusses the development of a handheld platform designed for the detection of HIV, utilizing paper-based sample preparation and real-time isothermal amplification. 

This journal presents findings from a pilot randomized clinical trial evaluating two brief interventions aimed at increasing HIV pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) uptake among rural people who inject drugs (PWID) attending syringe services programs (SSPs) in Kentucky. 

This video provides a brief background on integrated planning and how a joint HIV prevention and care planning process supports a collaborative and inclusive integrated system of care.

This video explains HIV self-testing, a private and convenient way to check one’s HIV status in as little as 20 minutes. It highlights how to interpret test results and explores available prevention and treatment options to support early detection and care.

This journal discusses the development of educational animations aimed at increasing awareness and understanding of HIV pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) for women. The study explores qualitative research on how these animations can effectively communicate PrEP’s benefits, addressing barriers to its use and promoting better health decision-making. The research emphasizes the potential of digital health interventions in improving HIV prevention and the role of tailored educational content for enhancing women’s engagement with PrEP.

In this podcast episode, Anna Person, MD, FIDSA discusses opportunities to work with Medicaid managed care plans to optimize HIV care with Jenny Babcock, Senior Vice President for Medicaid Policy and Director of Strategic Operations at Association for Community Affiliated Plans and, Doug Wirth, President and CEO of Amida Care.

This fact sheet about the third episode of the "Let's Talk HIV" podcast explores Medicaid managed care plans' role in accessing HIV care. It encourages healthcare providers to understand their state's coverage options, engage with these plans to enhance care, and advocate for innovative funding from Medicaid agencies. The episode also highlights the need to address social determinants of health to improve outcomes for people living with HIV.