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HIV Exceptionalism and the Department of Unintended Consequences

Paul Sax, MD, explores the intersection of state privacy laws and quality improvement initiatives in his blog <$EMPH_O>HIV and ID Observations<$EMPH_C>.

Antiretroviral Therapy Reduces the Risk for Sexual HIV Transmission by 96%

A randomized trial confirms that treatment IS prevention.

HPTN 052 Results — Another Win for Early HIV Therapy

Paul Sax, MD, offers additional perspective on the trial results in his blog <$EMPH_O>HIV and ID Observations<$EMPH_C>.

β-HPV Does Not Increase Risk for Cutaneous Squamous Cell Carcinoma

Investigators found no role for low-risk human papillomavirus strains in cutaneous SCC.

HPV Vaccination of Men May Prevent Cervical Cancer in Women

Men with many sexual partners had the highest incidence of oncogenic human papillomavirus infections.

Test and Treat Among MSM in San Francisco

A model of the HIV epidemic among men who have sex with men in San Francisco demonstrates the downstream population benefits to improved HIV screening and treatment coverage.

Screening for Anal Cancer in HIV-Infected MSM

High-resolution anoscopy without any prior testing was the most cost-effective of 18 strategies assessed for initial anal cancer screening.

To Pee or Not to Pee?

Urine and endocervical samples were equally good for detecting chlamydial infections during pregnancy.

Viral Shedding with Asymptomatic HSV-2 Infection

Both symptomatic and asymptomatic HSV-2 disease are associated with frequent viral shedding.

New Treatment for Chronic Hepatitis C Infection?

Boceprevir, added to conventional therapy, raised response rates in patients with genotype 1.

HIV PrEP Trial in Women Halted

Preliminary data from the FEM-PrEP trial show equal numbers of HIV infection in women taking Truvada as oral pre-exposure prophylaxis and those taking placebo.

Standard vs. Alternative Dosing Regimens for HPV Vaccine: Does It Matter?

Alternate dosing schedules within a 1-year window proved immunogenic.

The AIDS Conspiracy Theory Endures

Blacks and Hispanics were more likely to subscribe than whites, but attitudes toward research were unaffected.

Update on Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis

With the efficacy of PrEP now proven, attention at CROI 2011 turned to adherence and safety.

Pinning Down HPV's Natural History in Men

International study reveals human papillomavirus incidence and rates of clearance.

HIV Transmission from a Living Organ Donor

HIV was transmitted by transplantation of a kidney from a living donor who became infected after being tested.

High-Grade AIN Among HIV-Infected Men Who Have Sex with Men

In a 3-year prospective study, the cumulative incidence of high-grade anal intraepithelial neoplasia was 37% among HIV-infected MSM receiving ART.

Putting PrEP into Practice — The Experts Respond

Two experts describe how they would manage our latest Antiretroviral Rounds case.

Opt-Out HIV Testing: What Are We Waiting For?

Although the CDC recommends that HIV testing be performed in all clinical settings unless the patient refuses, several states still require written consent. This study shows why it's time for those laws to change.

Human Papillomavirus Infections in Men: Incidence and Clearance

Among HIV-negative men in three countries, the incidence of new genital HPV infection was 38.4 cases per 1000 person-months.

Testing for Syphilis

Reversing the sequence of screening tests has improved case identification but — in low-prevalence populations — has increased the likelihood of false-positive results.

Putting PrEP into Practice

A young man who repeatedly engages in high-risk sexual activity with other men requests pre-exposure prophylaxis to prevent HIV infection. Do you oblige?

Can Behavioral Interventions Improve HIV Treatment Adherence and Viral Control?

An intensive behavioral intervention improved treatment adherence and reduced the frequency of risky sex but had no effect on virologic suppression.

Sexual Behavior in Adolescents and Young Adults: Ask, but They Might Not Tell

Ten percent of young adults with a confirmed sexually transmitted infection reported abstaining from sexual activity during the previous 12 months.

CDC Estimates Half of New HIV Infections Occur Among Black Americans

High-risk sexual behavior continues to be the primary driver.

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