Infectious Diseases Society of America

Updated guidelines highlight primary care needs of those living with HIV

Published in AIDS Weekly, September 7th, 2009

With HIV patients living longer thanks to advances in treatment, the primary care needs of those living with HIV have never been more important. Updated, evidence-based guidelines from the HIV Medicine Association (HIVMA) and the Infectious Diseases Society of America (IDSA) are designed to help providers manage the care of those living with this complex chronic infection.

"While improvements in antiretroviral therapy have improved the prognosis for many HIV patients, data from recent studies suggest those living with HIV are at higher risk for developing common health problems, such as heart disease, diabetes, or cancer," said Judith A. Aberg, MD, FIDSA, lead author of...

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Source: AIDS Weekly (2009-09-07)

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