Recommendations for Incorporating Geriatrics Into HIV Care Include Attention to Both Body and Mind
Of the nearly 1.1 million people living with HIV in the United States in 2022, an estimated 54% were over 50 years old, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Yet we are not doing enough to meet the needs of this population: A recent CDC study found that the country was on pace to miss all of its 2025 goals for improving the quality of life for people living with HIV age 50 and older.
Nearly 20% of New HIV Diagnoses Occur Among Older Adults
Patients aged 50 and older who were newly diagnosed with HIV often reported heterosexual transmission and were more often women when compared with those younger than 50, according to an analysis of patients in New York State that was published in JAIDS.
Aging with HIV: Understanding the Journey
Join Gilead Sciences and the American Society on Aging for a series of podcast conversations about caring for older adults living with HIV.
PDAB Action Steps for Patients
Patients looking to contribute to the conversation about drug affordability and Upper Payment Limits (UPLs) can start here.
PDAB: Balancing the Scale
The Role of PDABs in Drug Pricing and Healthcare Stakeholder Impacts
Considerations and Implications of PDABs and Their Impact on 340Bs
Prescription Drug Affordability Boards (PDABs) are designed to help reduce the costs of prescription medications in 11 states where they currently exist (legislation pending in 13 more states).
Prescription Drug Affordability Boards (PDABs) and Upper Payment Limits (UPLs) Impact on Patients, Drug Pricing, and Innovation
This HealthHIV Advocacy paper explores the function of Prescription Drug Affordability Boards (PDABs) in managing prescription drug costs, considering perspectives of patients, providers, and payers to ensure equitable access to vital medications while controlling healthcare expenses.
STI Awareness Week 2023 Twitter Chat
Read the transcript of our Twitter Chat on STI Awareness Week at the hashtag #STIWeekChat.
HealthLGBTQ Mpox Resource Center
In light of the recent cases of mpox in the U.S., the National Coalition for LGBTQ Health has curated a library of evidence-based materials in multiple formats about mpox. Geared to clinicians, researchers, and community members, the resources provide information about mpox virus transmission, prevention, testing, and treatment.
Get Tested: National HIV, STD, and Hepatitis Testing (CDC)
Find free, fast, and confidential testing near you for HIV, Viral Hepatitis, and STDs with this easy-to-use search tool.
