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This mistaken belief, which mirrors that of some individuals prescribed HIV treatment, may compromise PrEP’s reach.

Researchers propose addressing risky drinking as a way of improving viral suppression rates.

Despite the prevalence of low socioeconomic status, most survey respondents reported undetectable viral loads.

If developed commercially, the simple test could help PrEP providers monitor adherence and provide support if necessary.

Campbell Foundation grants have been awarded to Florida International University, University of Miami and Broward Health.

And its link to maintaining viral suppression

Such agreements helped people on antiretrovirals without viral suppression succeed on HIV treatment.

For those who achieve viral suppression within nine months of starting meds, the rebound risk declines steadily over seven years.

A review of Medicaid data found marked improvement on this measure between 2001 and 2010.

People in the program were also less likely to take antidepressants.

A study also found that nurse-led counseling sessions influenced quality of life—and length of life.

Those who adhered well for the first four months after starting treatment were more likely to sustain viral suppression.

Although the study did not focus on people with HIV, it raises questions about scalable methods to improve adherence among them.