PrEP May Increase STI Risk

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Approximately 25% of those infected with HIV are unaware of their positive status. The USPSTF says universal screening can help reduce disease burden.

IDWeek 2023: In a large cohort of people living with HIV, those switching from oral ART to long acting CAB+RPV were more than 4x as likely to adhere to the regimen.

What are some of the more common side effects of antiretroviral therapy, and what can the primary care physician do to help manage these effects? In this podcast, infectious disease expert Rodger MacArthur, MD, offers insights and points readers to updated comprehensive guidelines.

The USPSTF particularly emphasizes effective communication with patients, including adherence support and calls for reducing barriers to PrEP for racial, ethnic, and other minority groups.

Patient Care Guideline Toplines summarize newly revised and updated clinical recommendations from professional societies for convenient, at-a-glance review.