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Most People With HIV Respond Well to COVID Vaccines
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Two Viruses, One Lifetime: How HIV Prepared Me for COVID-19
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ACT UP Los Angeles Members Launch an HIV History Project

The digital project will document the AIDS activism of ACT UP Los Angeles from 1987 to 1997. Several items are already posted online.

Who should receive COVID-19 vaccine boosters?

Older and immunocompromised people and those with underlying health conditions could benefit most from additional shots.
Molnupiravir capsules (Merck)

FDA Advisors Recommend Antiviral Pill for Early COVID Treatment

Molnupiravir, the first oral antiviral for COVID-19, reduces the risk of hospitalization or death if started within five days.
The cover of 2021 World AIDS Day report by UNAIDS

Inequalities Could Lead to 7.7M AIDS-Related Deaths by 2030, Warns UNAIDS

But the UNAIDS World AIDS Day report highlights two reasons for hope and outlines a five-part solution.

Why You Can’t Find Cheap At-Home COVID Tests

Some think the U.S. should have had an equivalent of Operation Warp Speed for COVID-19 testing.

Success of COVID Antiviral Pills Hinges on Access to Speedy and Accurate Tests

The new drugs must be used within a narrow window of time after developing symptoms.

Hepatitis C Testing and Treatment Fell During First Year of COVID Pandemic

HCV treatment initiation dropped by 31% from March to April 2020 and remained low throughout the year.
Molnupiravir capsules (Merck)

Oral Antiviral Drug Cuts COVID-19 Hospitalization [UPDATED]

Molnupiravir reduces severe illness and death, but it must be started within days after developing symptoms.

Why a Lack of HIV Data on Native Americans Matters to Everyone

“Native American Month should be every month,” asserts the leader of the National Native American AIDS Prevention Center.

All Adults Can Now Get COVID-19 Vaccine Boosters

Boosters further reduce the risk of severe illness and can help curb coronavirus transmission.
SARS-CoV-2 and HIV

Alarming Dual Pandemics: COVID & HIV/AIDS

The two pandemics have far too many similarities, and COVID can be life-threatening to many HIV+ individuals.

Oral Antiviral Cuts COVID-19 Hospitalization by Nearly 90%

Paxlovid dramatically reduced the risk of severe illness and death, but it must be started soon after developing symptoms.

Biden Picks Robert Califf to Lead the FDA Again

Robert Califf headed the Food and Drug Administration for 10 months under Obama. Will he manage to implement his ideas this time around?

Quantifying the Drop in HIV Care During COVID-19

Study shows just one snapshot of the impact of COVID-19 on the health and access to care among people living with HIV.

Why I Lied to Get a Booster Shot

Get whatever you can, as soon as you can. That was the message I heeded. I got the J&J vaccine. And waiting for info on its booster got old.
Magic Johnson talks about livng with HIV for 30 years, November 2021.

Magic Johnson Marks 30 Years Since Disclosing His HIV Status

Plus, as an ambassador for the NBA’s 75th season, Magic Johnson encourages players and fans alike to get COVID-19 vaccinations.
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