The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force posted a final research plan on pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) for the prevention of HIV infection. The draft research plan for this topic was posted for public comment from November 4 through December 8, 2021. …
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Improve Physical Strength, Balance, and Flexibility with Exercises Geared for Persons Living with HIV Aged 50+
Free, virtual exercise classes for persons living with HIV and aged 50+ can help improve your strength, balance and overall fitness. Sign up for evidence-based exercise programs offered through CJE SeniorLife’s Research Institute through two grants provided by the Administration …
FDA Approves First Injectable Treatment for HIV Pre-Exposure Prevention
Today, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved Apretude (cabotegravir extended-release injectable suspension) for use in at-risk adults and adolescents weighing at least 35 kilograms (77 pounds) for pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) to reduce the risk of sexually acquired HIV. Apretude …
…Jan. 31 Deadline: HIV League Scholarships for Higher Ed Students Living with HIV
The HIV League Scholarship — the only national scholarship for students living with HIV — is accepting applications for the 2022 round until January 31 at 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time.
Here are the criteria for an individual to apply for …
View 2021 World AIDS Day Showcase Video!
A peer workgroup formed by the Illinois Public Health Association and the Public Health Institute of Metropolitan Chicago put together a video of self expression about World AIDS Day and what it means to them. “David, Steve, Chris, Peter, Roger” …
IDPH to Switch MAP/ADAP Dispensing Pharmacies from CVS to Walgreens on Dec. 1
Effective Dec. 1, 2021, the Illinois Department of Public Health will switch dispensing pharmacies on the Ryan White Medication Assistance Program (MAP/ADAP) from CVS to Walgreens. The new Illinois MAP/ADAP pharmacy network will increase your access to prescription dispensing services …
HIV.gov’s Clinical Info Mobile App Now Available for Download
HIV.gov’s updated Clinical Info Mobile App gives access to federally approved treatment and research information for HIV and AIDS, developed for mobile devices and provided free of charge. The application is comprised of three modules: federally approved medical practice …
IDPH Announces ADAP MAP and PAP Extension and Reapplication Information
ADAP Medication Assistance Program (MAP) or the Premium Assistance Program (PAP) clients due to reapply for these programs in January 2021 will receive a six-month extension due to the COVID-19 crisis, the Illinois Department of Public Health Department announced. Clients …
Injectable PrEP Clinical Trial Begins at U of Illinois at Chicago (UIC)
Chicago – July 6, 2017 — Are you sexually active and at risk for HIV? If you are 18 years old or older and are a man who has sex with men (MSM), or a transgender woman who has sex …