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Factors Influencing Adherence to Antiretroviral Therapy among People Living with HIV in Coastal South India
Conclusion: Regular patient education and counseling regarding the usage of memory aids and abstinence from alcohol could be useful for adherence and long term success of ART among PLHIV. (Source: Journal of the International Association of Physicians in AIDS Care (JIAPAC))
Source: Journal of the International Association of Physicians in AIDS Care (JIAPAC) - November 3, 2016 Category: Infectious Diseases Authors: Banagi Yathiraj, A., Unnikrishnan, B., Ramapuram, J. T., Kumar, N., Mithra, P., Kulkarni, V., Holla, R., Darshan, B., Thapar, R. Tags: Antiretroviral Therapy Source Type: research

Community Federally Qualified Health Centers as Homes for HIV Preexposure Prophylaxis: Perspectives from South Florida
This study explored the feasibility, acceptability, and uptake of PrEP in South Florida. Focus groups consisting of providers, administrators, and case managers at HIV-servicing community health centers and federally qualified health centers in South Florida reported broad support but low implementation of PrEP. Generally, participants indicated that the centers were appropriate locations for implementation. However, practical concerns and perceived limitations due to financial, insurance, and immigration status of those who would potentially benefit from the intervention were widely reported. Addressing provider concerns ...
Source: Journal of the International Association of Physicians in AIDS Care (JIAPAC) - November 3, 2016 Category: Infectious Diseases Authors: Doblecki-Lewis, S., Jones, D. Tags: HIV Preexposure Prophylaxis Source Type: research

Prevalence and Risk Factors for Overweight and Obesity among HIV-Infected Adults in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
Conclusion: Overweight and obesity were highly prevalent among HIV-infected patients. Screening for overweight and obesity and focused interventions should be integrated into HIV care. (Source: Journal of the International Association of Physicians in AIDS Care (JIAPAC))
Source: Journal of the International Association of Physicians in AIDS Care (JIAPAC) - November 3, 2016 Category: Infectious Diseases Authors: Semu, H., Zack, R. M., Liu, E., Hertzmark, E., Spiegelman, D., Sztam, K., Hawkins, C., Chalamila, G., Muya, A., Siril, H., Mwiru, R., Mtasiwa, D., Fawzi, W. Tags: HIV Clinical Management Source Type: research

Factors Associated with Late Engagement to HIV Care in Western Kenya: A Cross-Sectional Study
Conclusion: Nearly one-quarter of HIV-infected patients in our setting present with advanced immune suppression at initial encounter. Being male, older age, and living further away from clinic are associated with late engagement to care. (Source: Journal of the International Association of Physicians in AIDS Care (JIAPAC))
Source: Journal of the International Association of Physicians in AIDS Care (JIAPAC) - November 3, 2016 Category: Infectious Diseases Authors: Kwobah, C. M., Braitstein, P., Koech, J. K., Simiyu, G., Mwangi, A. W., Wools-Kaloustian, K., Siika, A. M. Tags: HIV Clinical Management Source Type: research

Delivery of HIV Transmission Risk-Reduction Services by HIV Care Providers in the United States--2013
Conclusion: The majority of US HIV care providers may need additional support to improve delivery of comprehensive HIV transmission RR services. (Source: Journal of the International Association of Physicians in AIDS Care (JIAPAC))
Source: Journal of the International Association of Physicians in AIDS Care (JIAPAC) - November 3, 2016 Category: Infectious Diseases Authors: Beer, L., Weiser, J., West, B. T., Duke, C., Gremel, G., Skarbinski, J. Tags: HIV Clinical Management Source Type: research

Barriers and Facilitators to Retaining and Reengaging HIV Clients in Care: A Case Study of North Carolina
Retention in HIV care is critical to decrease disease-related mortality and morbidity and achieve national benchmarks. However, a myriad of barriers and facilitators impact retention in care; these can be understood within the social–ecological model. To elucidate the unique factors that impact consistent HIV care engagement, a qualitative case study was conducted in North Carolina to examine the barriers and facilitators to retain and reengage HIV clients in care. HIV professionals (n = 21) from a variety of health care settings across the state participated in interviews that were transcribed and analyzed for emerg...
Source: Journal of the International Association of Physicians in AIDS Care (JIAPAC) - November 3, 2016 Category: Infectious Diseases Authors: Berger, M. B., Sullivan, K. A., Parnell, H. E., Keller, J., Pollard, A., Cox, M. E., Clymore, J. M., Quinlivan, E. B. Tags: HIV Clinical Management Source Type: research

Perspectives from the Field: HIV Testing and Linkage to Care in North Carolina
Discussion: These findings can inform efforts to address HIV testing and linkage to care in NC. This approach may provide beneficial insight for other systems of care. (Source: Journal of the International Association of Physicians in AIDS Care (JIAPAC))
Source: Journal of the International Association of Physicians in AIDS Care (JIAPAC) - November 3, 2016 Category: Infectious Diseases Authors: Sullivan, K. A., Berger, M. B., Quinlivan, E. B., Parnell, H. E., Sampson, L. A., Clymore, J. M., Wilkin, A. M. Tags: HIV Testing & amp;amp; Linkage to Care Source Type: research

Physician Preferences for Physician-Targeted HIV Testing Campaigns
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force issued HIV testing recommendations, encouraging physicians to routinely test all adult patients for HIV. Studies have found that not all physicians are abiding by these guidelines, but that physician recommendations for HIV testing could encourage patients to get tested. Our study sought to determine physician preferences for a physician-targeted campaign to encourage them to offer HIV tests to their patients. The study took place across 19 publicly-funded community health centers. A web-based survey was sent to primary care phy...
Source: Journal of the International Association of Physicians in AIDS Care (JIAPAC) - November 3, 2016 Category: Infectious Diseases Authors: Arya, M., Phillips, A. L., Street, R. L., Giordano, T. P. Tags: HIV Testing & amp;amp; Linkage to Care Source Type: research

Factors Associated with Returning At-Home Specimen Collection Kits for HIV Testing among Internet-Using Men Who Have Sex with Men
Conclusions: Men who have sex with men are willing to provide biological specimens as part of an Internet-based HIV prevention study. (Source: Journal of the International Association of Physicians in AIDS Care (JIAPAC))
Source: Journal of the International Association of Physicians in AIDS Care (JIAPAC) - November 3, 2016 Category: Infectious Diseases Authors: Ricca, A. V., Hall, E. W., Khosropour, C. M., Sullivan, P. S. Tags: HIV Testing & amp;amp; Linkage to Care Source Type: research

Diagnosis and Management of a Pancreaticopleural Fistula in a Patient with AIDS and a Large Pleural Effusion
Pleural effusions typically present with nonspecific pulmonary complaints in the setting of either acute or chronic diseases. In the general population, these illnesses include congestive heart failure, infection, and malignancy. However, in people living with HIV/AIDS (PLWHA), pleural effusions often result from opportunistic infections and AIDS-defining malignancies, such as Kaposi sarcoma and non-Hodgkin lymphoma. Since the introduction of highly active antiretroviral therapy, there has been a decline in the frequency of AIDS-defining opportunistic infections and AIDS-defining cancers and an increase in certain non-AIDS...
Source: Journal of the International Association of Physicians in AIDS Care (JIAPAC) - November 3, 2016 Category: Infectious Diseases Authors: Blayney, M. J., Nguyen, A., Aboulafia, D. M. Tags: Case Study Source Type: research

Prescription of Pneumocystis Jiroveci Pneumonia Prophylaxis in HIV-Infected Patients
The US treatment guidelines recommend Pneumocystis jiroveci pneumonia (PCP) prophylaxis for all HIV-infected persons with a CD4 count <200 cells/mm3 (ie, eligible for PCP prophylaxis). However, some studies suggest PCP prophylaxis may be unnecessary in virally suppressed patients. Using national data of HIV-infected adults receiving medical care in the United States during 2009 to 2012, the authors assessed the weighted percentage of eligible patients who were prescribed PCP prophylaxis and the independent association between PCP prophylaxis prescription and viral suppression. Overall, 81% of eligible patients were pres...
Source: Journal of the International Association of Physicians in AIDS Care (JIAPAC) - November 3, 2016 Category: Infectious Diseases Authors: Lin, X., Garg, S., Mattson, C. L., Luo, Q., Skarbinski, J. Tags: Short Communications Source Type: research

Significant Improvements Are Needed in HIV Care Continuum to Meet 90-90-90 Targets in Georgia
The objective of this report was to assess Georgia’s progress toward Joint United Nations Programme on HIV/AIDS 90-90-90 targets over the period between 2011 and 2015. The number of HIV-positive persons was estimated using Spectrum software. Number of persons diagnosed, on antiretroviral therapy (ART) and virally suppressed were quantified using data from the national AIDS health information system. By the end of 2015, out of the estimated 7100 persons living with HIV, 62% were diagnosed, 38% were on ART, and 32% were virally suppressed. There were improvements in each stage of cascade from 2011 to 2015: the proporti...
Source: Journal of the International Association of Physicians in AIDS Care (JIAPAC) - November 3, 2016 Category: Infectious Diseases Authors: Chkhartishvili, N., Chokoshvili, O., Dvali, N., Abutidze, A., Sharvadze, L., Tsertsvadze, T. Tags: Short Communications Source Type: research

Antiretroviral Therapy in Children Less Than 24 Months of Age at Pediatric HIV Centers in Tanzania: 12-Month Clinical Outcomes and Survival
Conclusion: Our cohort of HIV infected children < 24 months initiated on ART did well clinically at 12 month outcomes despite being severely immunocompromised and malnourished at baseline. Nevirapine based regimens had good 12 month clinical outcomes, regardless of maternal exposure. Loss to follow-up rate was high for our cohort, demonstrating the need to develop strong mechanisms to counteract this. (Source: Journal of the International Association of Physicians in AIDS Care (JIAPAC))
Source: Journal of the International Association of Physicians in AIDS Care (JIAPAC) - August 30, 2016 Category: Infectious Diseases Authors: Naik, N. M., Bacha, J., Gesase, A. E., Barton, T., Schutze, G. E., Wanless, R. S., Minde, M. M., Mwita, L. F., Tolle, M. A. Tags: Antiretroviral Therapy Source Type: research

Safety and Tolerability of Stribild in the Southeast United States
Conclusion: Our results demonstrate limited adverse events and low discontinuation rates associated with EVG/COBI/TDF/FTC. (Source: Journal of the International Association of Physicians in AIDS Care (JIAPAC))
Source: Journal of the International Association of Physicians in AIDS Care (JIAPAC) - August 30, 2016 Category: Infectious Diseases Authors: Derrick, C. B., Lu, Z. K., Caulder, C. R., Hester, E. K., Wagner, T. D., Bookstaver, P. B. Tags: Antiretroviral Therapy Source Type: research

Mucocutaneous Disorders of Pediatric HIV in South West Nigeria: Surrogates for Immunologic and Virologic Indices
Conclusion: Mucocutaneous disorders are common in HIV-infected children. Oral candidiasis and nutritional dermatoses can be used as surrogates for advanced or severe immunodeficiency. (Source: Journal of the International Association of Physicians in AIDS Care (JIAPAC))
Source: Journal of the International Association of Physicians in AIDS Care (JIAPAC) - August 30, 2016 Category: Infectious Diseases Authors: Katibi, O. S., Ogunbiyi, A. O., Oladokun, R. E., Ernest, S. K., Osinusi, K., Brown, B. J., Adedoyin, O. T., Ojuawo, A. I. Tags: HIV Clinical Management Source Type: research