POZ October/November 2024
POZ October/November 2024
In every issue of POZ, you’ll find the latest health news, personal stories and much more.
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Features
The Power of a Story Well Told
Francisco Ruiz, the new director of the White House Office of National AIDS Policy, shares his vision for HIV advocacy.
Somebody to Share
Shawn Decker reflects on 20 years of marriage to Gwenn Barringer and their life together as HIV advocates.
From Stigma to Strength
HIV advocate David Munar reflects on his 30-year journey living with the virus.
Tabla de Medicamentos Para el VIH 2024
Esta tabla rápida compara las opciones de antirretrovirales (ARV) para el tratamiento del VIH, incluidas las dosis para adultos y más.
Editor’s Letter
Yo Soy La Voz
This issue highlighting Latinos spotlights HIV advocates who are working to improve the lives of those living with or at risk for the virus.
POZ Q & A
Ryan White’s Legacy
A new book puts the late AIDS activist’s life into context.
POZ Planet
The Wall Las Memorias Opens New Spot
The Los Angeles health organization provides HIV services.
New HIV Center in Austin
Most new cases in the region are among Latino and Black men.
Ensuring Access to Long-Acting HIV Drugs
A policy brief by experts makes recommendations for Medicaid.
IAS Welcomes New President
Beatriz Grinsztejn heads the International AIDS Society.
Creating Safe Space
Jordan Edwards turned his sensitivity into his superpower.
Everyday – October/November 2024
These dates represent milestones in the HIV epidemic. Visit poz.com/aidsiseveryday to learn more about the history of HIV and AIDS.
Voices
Action Items
Below is an edited excerpt from an HIV.gov blog post by Francisco Ruiz, director of the Office of National AIDS Policy at the White House.
Personal Farewell
In a blog post, POZ contributing writer Mark S. King gives the last word to long-term survivor and HIV journalist Gus Cairns.
Spotlight
The 25th International AIDS Conference
This year’s theme was “Put people first!”
Nutrition & Fitness
Citrus Quinoa Avocado Salad
This plant-based dish is a satisfying meal for everyone.
Superfoods: Fruits
These foods are a great way to boost your health.
Basics
HIV and Your Kidneys
Maintaining viral suppression is one of the best ways to preserve kidney function.
Care & Treatment
Twice-Yearly PrEP Is 100% Effective for Women
Lenacapavir PrEP significantly reduced HIV incidence compared with the background rate, and it was more effective than Truvada.
More Resources Needed to End the HIV Pandemic
Despite progress on biomedical prevention and treatment, social issues are proving more difficult to resolve.
Daily DoxyPrEP Prevents STIs
In two studies, daily doxycycline was safe and generally well tolerated.
New Anal Cancer Screening Guidelines
Men who have sex with men and transgender women should start anal cancer screening at age 35. HIV-positive people should start at age 45.
Research Notes
Prevention: STI Testing
Current CDC guidelines recommend STI screening once every three months for gay and bisexual men and transgender women.
Treatment: Simpler Treatment
A combination pill containing bictegravir and lenacapavir could enable more people to switch to a simple single-tablet regimen.
Cure: 7th Stem Cell Cure
A German man dubbed the Next Berlin Patient received a stem cell transplant to treat leukemia in October 2015.
Concerns: Abacavir
Current abacavir users had a 50% higher risk for cardiovascular events such as heart attacks and strokes.
Heroes
The Long Game
Activism in the streets directly shapes public opinion and public policy, according to HIV activist Axel Torres Marrero.
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