#viral load

Compared to other common HIV treatments, dolutegravir-based regimens maintained viral suppression even without perfect adherence.

Some types of lymphoma are considered AIDS-defining illnesses, but that doesn’t mean they’re caused by HIV itself.

But this could be linked to a decline in HIV testing. Data from 2020 also show a drop in HIV care, especially for homeless San Franciscans.

If at first you don’t reach an undetectable viral load, try, try again.

Early treatment is linked to a smaller viral reservoir, but blocking IL-10 and PD-1 might control the virus in those with chronic infection.

What’s worse for HIV outcomes: smoking or heavy drinking?

Researchers address unanswered questions about HIV transmission through breastfeeding and injection drug use.

Disparities in undetectable viral load had more to do with structural injustices, like homelessness, health insurance and income.

A survey of Black women with HIV found that national policy and cultural beliefs contributed to whether they reported breastfeeding.

Monitoring viral load and CD4 count can show how well treatment is working.

Trans people who have gender-affirming surgery are more likely to have undetectable HIV.

Getting to undetectable requires continued engagement in care, especially for people facing additional challenges.

Stroke is the number one killer of Americans—and nearly twice as common in Black Americans—but the effect of viral load hasn’t been clea...

However, it’s still unclear whether Undetectable = Untransmittable extends to breastmilk.

People newly qualified for Medicaid saw their access to undetectable viral loads inch up.

Smoking is also associated with heart disease and several types of cancer.