News tagged with hiv screening


HIV self-testing: The key to controlling the global epidemic

A new international study has confirmed that self-testing for HIV is effective and could be the answer to controlling the global epidemic. This major systematic review, led by the Research Institute of the McGill University ...

HIV & AIDS created Apr 02, 2013 | popularity 4 / 5 (2) | comments 0 | with audio podcast

Study finds 'Achilles heel' of key HIV replication protein

Researchers at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine may have found an "Achilles heel" in a key HIV protein. In findings published online today in Chemistry and Biology, they showed that targeting this vulnerable spot c ...

HIV & AIDS created Jan 24, 2013 | popularity 5 / 5 (1) | comments 0 | with audio podcast

Researchers use computer simulations to find true cost of HIV screenings

Introducing HIV screenings into the nation's emergency departments (EDs) leaves some doctors worrying about longer wait times, disrupted operations, and possible interference with necessary emergency services. Are their concerns ...

HIV & AIDS created Nov 19, 2012 | popularity 2 / 5 (1) | comments 0

New HIV testing guidelines helpful, but access to screenings still an issue

(Medical Xpress)—Beth Meyerson, health policy expert at the Indiana University School of Public Health-Bloomington, said the new screening guidelines by the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force represent an important shift ...

HIV & AIDS created May 02, 2013 | popularity 1 / 5 (1) | comments 0