Population impacts of conditional financial incentives and a male-targeted digital decision support application on the HIV treatment cascade in rural KwaZulu Natal: findings from the HITS cluster randomized clinical trial
CONCLUSIONS: Small CFIs can contribute to achieve the first step of the HIV care cascade. However, neither CFIs nor EPIC-HIV was sufficient to increase the number of people on ART. Additional evidence is needed to confirm the impact of EPIC-HIV on viral suppression.PMID:38695099 | DOI:10.1002/jia2.26248 (Source: Journal of the International AIDS Society)
Source: Journal of the International AIDS Society - May 2, 2024 Category: Infectious Diseases Authors: Maxime Inghels Hae-Young Kim Thulile Mathenjwa Maryam Shahmanesh Janet Seeley Sally Wyke Philippa Matthews Oluwafemi Adeagbo Dickman Gareta Nuala McGrath H Manisha Yapa Ann Blandford Thembelihle Zuma Adrian Dobra Till B ärnighausen Frank Tanser Source Type: research
IoT-based waste management: hybrid optimal routing and waste classification model
Environ Sci Pollut Res Int. 2024 May 2. doi: 10.1007/s11356-024-33418-3. Online ahead of print.ABSTRACTInternet of Things (IoT) makes connectivity between physical devices which are embedded with sensors, software, and connectivity that let them to communicate and transfer data. This technology makes it possible to collect and transfer data from a vast network device, opening the door to the development of automatic and more efficiency systems. The term "waste management" refers to all of the responsibilities essential to regulate trash, from the point of gathering through reusing and monitoring. Reducing the hazardous con...
Source: Environmental Science and Pollution Research International - May 2, 2024 Category: Environmental Health Authors: Sunilkumar Ketineni Malathi Chilakalapudi Srilaxmi Dandamudi Surendarnath Sundaramoorthy Kassian T T Amesho Sheela Jayachandran Source Type: research
Greater utilization of executive functions networks when listening to stories with visual stimulation is related to lower reading abilities in children
Brain Cogn. 2024 May 1;177:106161. doi: 10.1016/j.bandc.2024.106161. Online ahead of print.ABSTRACTNarrative comprehension relies on basic sensory processing abilities, such as visual and auditory processing, with recent evidence for utilizing executive functions (EF), which are also engaged during reading. EF was previously related to the "supporter" of engaging the auditory and visual modalities in different cognitive tasks, with evidence of lower efficiency in this process among those with reading difficulties in the absence of a visual stimulus (i.e. while listening to stories). The current study aims to fill out the g...
Source: Brain and Cognition - May 2, 2024 Category: Neurology Authors: Michal Appel Daria Hasin Rola Farah Tzipi Horowitz-Kraus Source Type: research
The association between single-nucleotide polymorphisms within type 1 interferon pathway genes and human immunodeficiency virus type 1 viral load in antiretroviral-na ïve participants
CONCLUSION: Across 19 type 1 IFN genes, only IFNW1 was associated with HIV-1 study entry VL in a cohort of ART-naïve individuals in early stages of their infection, however, this was no longer significant in sensitivity analyses that controlled for population structures using LME.PMID:38698440 | DOI:10.1186/s12981-024-00610-x (Source: AIDS Research and Therapy)
Source: AIDS Research and Therapy - May 2, 2024 Category: Infectious Diseases Authors: Sara Bohnstedt M ørup Preston Leung Cavan Reilly Brad T Sherman Weizhong Chang Maja Milojevic Ana Milinkovic Angelike Liappis Line Borgwardt Kathy Petoumenos Roger Paredes Shweta S Mistry Cameron R MacPherson Jens Lundgren Marie Helleberg Joanne Reekie D Source Type: research
The association between single-nucleotide polymorphisms within type 1 interferon pathway genes and human immunodeficiency virus type 1 viral load in antiretroviral-na ïve participants
CONCLUSION: Across 19 type 1 IFN genes, only IFNW1 was associated with HIV-1 study entry VL in a cohort of ART-naïve individuals in early stages of their infection, however, this was no longer significant in sensitivity analyses that controlled for population structures using LME.PMID:38698440 | DOI:10.1186/s12981-024-00610-x (Source: Cancer Control)
Source: Cancer Control - May 2, 2024 Category: Cancer & Oncology Authors: Sara Bohnstedt M ørup Preston Leung Cavan Reilly Brad T Sherman Weizhong Chang Maja Milojevic Ana Milinkovic Angelike Liappis Line Borgwardt Kathy Petoumenos Roger Paredes Shweta S Mistry Cameron R MacPherson Jens Lundgren Marie Helleberg Joanne Reekie D Source Type: research
Stunting and its associated factors among children living with HIV/AIDS: a cross-sectional study
CONCLUSION: Stunting among HIV/AIDS-infected children was very high. Poor ART adherence, lack of co-trimoxazole prophylaxis, opportunistic infection, and low feeding frequency were significantly associated to stunting among HIV/AIDS-infected children. Strategies need to be devised to address factors amenable to modification to improve the growth of children living with HIV/AIDS.PMID:38694360 | PMC:PMC11060262 | DOI:10.1097/MS9.0000000000001961 (Source: Annals of Medicine)
Source: Annals of Medicine - May 2, 2024 Category: Internal Medicine Authors: Zewdu Dagnew Zeleke Mengist Cheru Tesema Tegegne Temesgen Lake Kumlachew Abraham Teym Getasew Yirdaw Yenewa Bewket Zemene Addisie Kemachew Ayele Agernesh Ayele Balew Adane Eniyew Tegegne Source Type: research
The association between single-nucleotide polymorphisms within type 1 interferon pathway genes and human immunodeficiency virus type 1 viral load in antiretroviral-na ïve participants
CONCLUSION: Across 19 type 1 IFN genes, only IFNW1 was associated with HIV-1 study entry VL in a cohort of ART-naïve individuals in early stages of their infection, however, this was no longer significant in sensitivity analyses that controlled for population structures using LME.PMID:38698440 | DOI:10.1186/s12981-024-00610-x (Source: Cell Research)
Source: Cell Research - May 2, 2024 Category: Cytology Authors: Sara Bohnstedt M ørup Preston Leung Cavan Reilly Brad T Sherman Weizhong Chang Maja Milojevic Ana Milinkovic Angelike Liappis Line Borgwardt Kathy Petoumenos Roger Paredes Shweta S Mistry Cameron R MacPherson Jens Lundgren Marie Helleberg Joanne Reekie D Source Type: research
Prevalence and incidence of anal high-grade squamous intraepithelial lesions in a cohort of cisgender men and transgender women who have sex with men diagnosed and treated during acute HIV acquisition in Bangkok, Thailand
CONCLUSIONS: With antiretroviral therapy initiation during acute HIV acquisition, we found the prevalence of anal HSIL among cisgender men and transgender women who have sex with men to be similar to those without HIV. Subsequent anal HSIL incidence, although lower than that of those with chronic HIV acquisition, was still higher than that of those without HIV. Screening for and management of anal HSIL should be a crucial part of long-term HIV care for all MSM.PMID:38695517 | DOI:10.1002/jia2.26242 (Source: Journal of the International AIDS Society)
Source: Journal of the International AIDS Society - May 2, 2024 Category: Infectious Diseases Authors: Supanat Thitipatarakorn Nipat Teeratakulpisarn Siriporn Nonenoy Aphakan Klinsukontakul Sujittra Suriwong Jirat Makphol Piranun Hongchookiat Thanyapat Chaya-Ananchot Napasawan Chinlaertworasiri Pravit Mingkwanrungruang Carlo Sacdalan Kultida Poltavee Tippa Source Type: research
Experiences of oral pre-exposure prophylaxis use among heterosexual men accessing sexual and reproductive health services in South Africa: a qualitative study
CONCLUSIONS: Our study reports on the experiences of heterosexual men accessing oral PrEP in real-world settings and contributes to the limited literature among this population. We highlight multiple levels which could be strengthened to improve men's PrEP use, including individual support, education among partners and communities, and addressing health system barriers to access.PMID:38695102 | DOI:10.1002/jia2.26249 (Source: Journal of the International AIDS Society)
Source: Journal of the International AIDS Society - May 2, 2024 Category: Infectious Diseases Authors: Fatima Abegail Cholo Siphokazi Dada Catherine Elizabeth Martin Saiqa Mullick Source Type: research
Urine tenofovir testing for real-time PrEP adherence feedback: a qualitative study involving transgender women in Uganda
CONCLUSIONS: Incorporating POC urine testing into routine PrEP adherence counselling was acceptable and potentially beneficial for TGW but required attention to context. Additional research is needed to identify effective strategies for optimizing adherence monitoring and counselling for this population.PMID:38695107 | DOI:10.1002/jia2.26255 (Source: Journal of the International AIDS Society)
Source: Journal of the International AIDS Society - May 2, 2024 Category: Infectious Diseases Authors: Andrew Mujugira Beyonce Karungi Jackson Mugisha Agnes Nakyanzi Olivia Nampewo Faith Naddunga Brenda Kamusiime Rogers Nsubuga Kikulwe R Nyanzi Timothy R Muwonge Monique A Wyatt Norma C Ware Monica Gandhi Jessica E Haberer Source Type: research
Population impacts of conditional financial incentives and a male-targeted digital decision support application on the HIV treatment cascade in rural KwaZulu Natal: findings from the HITS cluster randomized clinical trial
CONCLUSIONS: Small CFIs can contribute to achieve the first step of the HIV care cascade. However, neither CFIs nor EPIC-HIV was sufficient to increase the number of people on ART. Additional evidence is needed to confirm the impact of EPIC-HIV on viral suppression.PMID:38695099 | DOI:10.1002/jia2.26248 (Source: Journal of the International AIDS Society)
Source: Journal of the International AIDS Society - May 2, 2024 Category: Infectious Diseases Authors: Maxime Inghels Hae-Young Kim Thulile Mathenjwa Maryam Shahmanesh Janet Seeley Sally Wyke Philippa Matthews Oluwafemi Adeagbo Dickman Gareta Nuala McGrath H Manisha Yapa Ann Blandford Thembelihle Zuma Adrian Dobra Till B ärnighausen Frank Tanser Source Type: research
Exploring adolescent girls and young women's PrEP-user profiles: qualitative insights into differentiated PrEP delivery platform selection and engagement in Cape Town, South Africa
CONCLUSIONS: Market segmentation of AGYW characterizes different types of PrEP-users and has the potential to enhance tailored messaging and campaigns to reach specific segments, with the aim of improving sustained PrEP use and HIV prevention benefits.PMID:38695101 | DOI:10.1002/jia2.26254 (Source: Journal of the International AIDS Society)
Source: Journal of the International AIDS Society - May 2, 2024 Category: Infectious Diseases Authors: Elzette Rousseau Kathleen J Sikkema Robin F Julies Katelyn Mazer Gabrielle O'Malley Renee Heffron Jennifer F Morton Rachel Johnson Connie Celum Jared M Baeten Linda-Gail Bekker Source Type: research
Impact of simplified HCV diagnostic strategies on the HCV epidemic among men who have sex with men in the era of HIV oral pre-exposure prophylaxis in Taiwan: a modelling study
CONCLUSIONS: Simplified HCV diagnostic strategies could control the ongoing HCV epidemic and improve HCV testing and treatment among Taiwanese MSM. Single-visit point-of-care RNA testing would result in large reductions in HCV incidence and prevalence among MSM. Efficient risk-reduction strategies will need to be implemented alongside point-of-care testing to achieve HCV elimination among MSM in Taiwan.PMID:38695100 | DOI:10.1002/jia2.26251 (Source: Journal of the International AIDS Society)
Source: Journal of the International AIDS Society - May 2, 2024 Category: Infectious Diseases Authors: Huei-Jiuan Wu Sophy TingFang Shih Tanya L Applegate Jisoo A Kwon Evan B Cunningham Jason Grebely Richard T Gray Source Type: research
IoT-based waste management: hybrid optimal routing and waste classification model
Environ Sci Pollut Res Int. 2024 May 2. doi: 10.1007/s11356-024-33418-3. Online ahead of print.ABSTRACTInternet of Things (IoT) makes connectivity between physical devices which are embedded with sensors, software, and connectivity that let them to communicate and transfer data. This technology makes it possible to collect and transfer data from a vast network device, opening the door to the development of automatic and more efficiency systems. The term "waste management" refers to all of the responsibilities essential to regulate trash, from the point of gathering through reusing and monitoring. Reducing the hazardous con...
Source: Environmental Science and Pollution Research International - May 2, 2024 Category: Environmental Health Authors: Sunilkumar Ketineni Malathi Chilakalapudi Srilaxmi Dandamudi Surendarnath Sundaramoorthy Kassian T T Amesho Sheela Jayachandran Source Type: research
Stunting and its associated factors among children living with HIV/AIDS: a cross-sectional study
CONCLUSION: Stunting among HIV/AIDS-infected children was very high. Poor ART adherence, lack of co-trimoxazole prophylaxis, opportunistic infection, and low feeding frequency were significantly associated to stunting among HIV/AIDS-infected children. Strategies need to be devised to address factors amenable to modification to improve the growth of children living with HIV/AIDS.PMID:38694360 | PMC:PMC11060262 | DOI:10.1097/MS9.0000000000001961 (Source: Annals of Medicine)
Source: Annals of Medicine - May 2, 2024 Category: Internal Medicine Authors: Zewdu Dagnew Zeleke Mengist Cheru Tesema Tegegne Temesgen Lake Kumlachew Abraham Teym Getasew Yirdaw Yenewa Bewket Zemene Addisie Kemachew Ayele Agernesh Ayele Balew Adane Eniyew Tegegne Source Type: research
