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Recommendations for the Use of Antiretroviral Drugs During Pregnancy and Interventions to Reduce Perinatal HIV Transmission in the United States

This guideline offers updated, evidence-based recommendations—from preconception through postpartum—on universal prenatal HIV testing, preferred antiretroviral regimens (e.g., bictegravir/TAF/FTC), maternal viral monitoring, obstetric management, and neonatal prophylaxis to further reduce perinatal HIV transmission toward elimination goals (defined as <1% transmission rate and <1 infection per 100,000 live births).

Alternative Funding Programs Issue Brief (AFPs). AIDS Drug Assistance Program Benefits Management.

This information sheet offers an in-depth analysis of current AFP models—including funding mechanisms, stakeholder roles, and implementation strategies—to support sustainability of HIV-related services beyond traditional grant funding. It outlines key considerations and best practices to help health departments and community partners explore and launch innovative financing options for long-term epidemic response planning.

AIDS Drug Assistance Program Benefits Management Toolkit

This toolkit supports Ryan White HIV/AIDS Program (RWHAP) Part B AIDS Drug Assistance Programs (ADAPs)—which provide access to HIV-related medications for low-income individuals—in navigating the planning, selection, and implementation of benefits management contracts. It offers key definitions, planning tools, real-world examples, and checklists to help ADAP administrators—new or experienced—align contractor selection with their program’s unique infrastructure and needs.

What To Know About Vaginal Ulcers

This webpage explains common causes—such as STIs, infections, or irritation—along with symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment options. It emphasizes the importance of timely medical care to address underlying issues and prevent complications.

HRSA/CDC Integrated HIV Prevention & Care Plan Guidance Recipient Training

In this webinar, CDC and HRSA speakers review the calendar year 2027–2031 Integrated HIV Prevention & Care Plan Guidance—highlighting key updates, submission requirements, and real-world recipient examples. The training equips CDC- and HRSA-funded jurisdictions with technical support, planning tools, and strategies to develop coordinated HIV prevention and care efforts by the June 30, 2026 deadline.

GLP-1s and HIV: What You Need to Know Before Starting

GLP-1 receptor agonists (GLP-1s), including semaglutide, tirzepatide, and liraglutide, are increasingly used for weight management and show promise for people living with HIV (PLWH). While these medications are generally safe, PLWH may face additional considerations when using them due to how GLP-1s function and interact with antiretroviral therapy (ART). GLP-1s slow gastric emptying and suppress appetite, which may affect ART absorption; gastrointestinal side effects such as nausea or vomiting may also interfere with consistent ART dosing.

Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STDs) – An Ongoing Health Problem

This infographic from Fair Health draws on data from its NPIC database—over 47 billion commercial medical and dental claims—to highlight rising trends in sexually transmitted disease (STD) diagnoses across various demographics in the U.S. between 2020 and 2023. The visuals show that overall STD diagnoses increased significantly, led by notable rises in syphilis, gonorrhea, and HIV/AIDS.

New AI Tool Reveals How Drugs Kill Tuberculosis

Tuberculosis (TB) remains the world’s deadliest infectious disease and a major treatment challenge, especially in cases resistant to standard therapies. A new AI-powered tool developed by Tufts University researchers, called DECIPHAER (Decoding Cross-Modal Information of Pharmacologies via Autoencoders), seeks to advance TB treatment by elucidating exactly how drugs kill the bacterium at the cellular and molecular levels.