One-Third of Chronic HCV Patients Get Denied Direct-Acting Antiviral Therapy
A new analysis shows fully one-third of patients prescribed direct-acting antivirals are denied coverage by their insurers. Denial rates are even higher for patients with private insurance.
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Gut Dysbiosis Associated with HCV Infection
New research appears to show a causal link between HCV infection and dysbiosis of the gut microbiota.
Small Molecule Appears to Destroy Protein That Wakes Dormant HIV
A team of researchers in California found a way to short-circuit the protein that would otherwise allow HIV to wake from dormancy.
Stimulant Use Exacerbates HIV for Virally Suppressed Patients
Even when patients are on ART, the use of stimulants can make their disease worse, according to new research.
New Study Will Probe Safety of HIV-to-HIV Kidney Transplants
Researchers aim to prove that it’s safe for an HIV-positive patient to receive a kidney donation from an HIV-positive donor.
Without Treatment, Neurological Effects of HIV Start Early
New research gives more evidence about when and how quickly neurological deterioration occurs in patients with HIV.
HIPAA Compliance and the High Stakes of Securing Patient Data
HIPAA audits force health care organizations to prove they are doing all they can to protect patient data, but there are plenty of other reasons to check those boxes.
UMass Researchers Move Into Phase 1 Trial with HIV Vaccine
A new phase 1 trial will study a DNA vaccine cocktail against HIV.
A New Possibility for How HIV Made the Leap to Humans
New research suggests that a protein helped the virus to sneak past the human body’s defenses, with implications for other viruses like Ebola and Zika.
Peer Navigation Helps Released Inmates Maintain HIV Suppression
A program based out of the Los Angeles County Jail found peer support made a big difference in inmates’ HIV suppression post-release.
New Pediatric Asthma Study Adds to Case Against Boosted ICS
Many physicians suggest upping a child’s dose of inhaled corticosteroids at the first symptoms of an asthma flare-up, but more research suggests the increased dosage makes no difference.
Major Cannabis Study Forthcoming in Philadelphia
Researchers in Pennsylvania want to bolster the scientific case for the use of medical marijuana as an alternative to opioids.
Albuterol Less Effective in Minority Children for Genetic Reasons
A new study helps explain why African-American and Puerto Rican children don’t respond as well to the common asthma drug, albuterol.
Vaginal Ring Has High Uptake, But Plenty of Questions Remain
New interim study results show women are open to using a vaginal ring for HIV prevention, but scientists are still trying to figure out when it works, and why.
Minnesota Cannabis Patients Report Positive Pain Management Results
A new study based on self-reports by medical cannabis patients in Minnesota shows 42% achieved meaningful pain relief.
The Gene Therapy Dam is Finally Breaking
The fall of 2017 brought the approval of new gene therapies, and could usher in a new area of personalized medicine.
Multimodal Pain Relief Strategy Preferable to Opioids Alone
A new study finds clinical and economic advantages to the use of a multi-pronged pain management approach after surgery.
High-Risk Patients Unaware of New HIV Testing Options
A new study finds new HIV testing options aren’t reaching the entirety of the high-HIV-risk population, in part due to a lack of knowledge and access.
Manufacturing Breakthrough Could Set Stage for More HIV Vaccine Trials
A new method of manufacturing HIV vaccines holds the promise of speeding up the process and lowering the cost.
HIV Causally Linked to Heart Disease Risk
A new paper argues that the persistent immune activation associated with HIV leads to a heightened risk of cardiovascular disease.
HIV Risk Among Injectable Drug Users Impacted by Diversity
A new study looked at the social links that underpin HIV infection risk among people who inject drugs.
Asthma Attacks, Hospitalizations Falling Among Children
New data from the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention show that robust asthma education and prevention programs are working.
The Value of Efficient Discharge Policies for Pediatric Asthma
When patients are given comprehensive education, have medications in hand, and have a follow-up appointment scheduled at discharge, they’re less likely to be readmitted to the hospital.
Cleaner Shipping Fuels will Prevent Millions of Childhood Asthma Cases
A new study finds tighter fuel standards for ships will have a major impact on public health globally.
Working Memory, Vigilance Linked to ADHD
A study comparing cognitive endophenotypes to see which mediate genetic risk of ADHD found working memory and arousal regulation (vigilance) to be the top 2 candidates.
Novel Pain Management Approach Uses Spearmint to Trigger Pain Relief
In a first-of-its-kind study, researchers reprogrammed cells to shut down pain receptors when the patient is exposed to the scent of spearmint.
High Levels of Gut-Homing Protein Cause More Severe HIV Impacts
New research shows patients whose immune cells have high levels of a particular protein face a higher risk of infection and a faster pace of disease progression.
Parental T1D Increases Risk of Child's ADHD Diagnosis
When a parent had T1D, a child is nearly 30% more likely to receive an ADHD diagnosis, though scientists have yet to figure out exactly why.
Do OTC Pain Relievers Have Psychological Effects?
A new review of the scientific literature suggests there’s ample evidence over-the-counter painkillers have psychological effects.
Rural Adults with HIV Saw Depression Symptoms Drop with Tele-Counseling
A new study finds patients can achieve long-term reductions in depressive symptoms through tele-psychotherapy.