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Does the Coronavirus Affect the HIV Reservoir?

Family Physicians and HIV Media Boost Confidence in Accessing Care

Black and Latino bisexual adults in this small survey had the lowest confidence in accessing HIV care and prevention services.

Humidity From Masks May Lessen Severity of COVID-19

Study findings may help explain why wearing masks has been linked to lower disease severity in people with COVID-19.
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FDA Authorizes Single-Shot U.S. COVID-19 Vaccine

The J&J vaccine, which is easier to store and deliver, will help speed up the coronavirus vaccine rollout.
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People with SARS-CoV-2 Antibodies May Have a Low Risk of Future Infection

People who have had COVID-19 appear to be protected against reinfection for at least a few months.

Black Trans Adults Less Likely to Receive Partner Services

Black cisgender people are likelier than whites to be offered services for their partners—but the same isn’t true for Black trans people.

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Basic science may suggest it, but more studies still need to be done.
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NIH Experts Discuss SARS-CoV-2 Viral Variants

NIAID director Anthony Fauci, MD, and coauthors emphasize the need for a global response to COVID-19.

Lag Time From First Visit to First HIV Treatment Drops Dramatically

The rapid treatment era is bringing some real rewards for people living with HIV.

Black People With HIV in Rural Areas Less Likely to Have Undetectable Viral Load

Rural inequities must be addressed to achieve the Ending the HIV Epidemic goal of 95% viral suppression.

American Women With HIV and Breast Cancer Need Earlier Treatment

A meta-analysis of 18 studies found that late diagnosis and mortality were significantly higher among American women than African women.

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Rectal Lube May Need to Be Supercharged Before It’s Feasible

Early studies of dapivirine lubricant for anal sex indicate how far the field has come—and how far it still has to go.

Older Adults With HIV Are More Likely to Have Dementia

In a well-insured cohort of older people with HIV, antiretroviral treatment didn’t offset the risk for dementia.
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FDA Authorizes Monoclonal Antibodies for Treatment of COVID-19

Bamlanivimab and etesevimab may be given to people with mild to moderate COVID-19 who are at high risk for progression to severe disease.

Housing Trumps Insurance in Keeping People With HIV in Care

For a group of DC residents, health insurance and trust in their providers couldn’t overcome lack of housing, jobs or money.
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