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HIV Drug Interactions

Kieryn Graham — Tue, 14 Dec 2010 22:56:34 +0000

HIV-druginteractions.org provides up-to-date, comprehensive, and reliable information about interactions between anti-HIV drugs and other drugs. It also features HIV-related articles which are updated on a regular basis.

Brett Grodeck On VideoJug

The AIDS Beacon Staff — Thu, 02 Dec 2010 22:36:49 +0000

In this series of short videos, Brett Grodeck presents practical advice on many HIV-associated issues, including dating, depression, job discrimination, and insurance coverage. Brett learned that he was HIV positive during the 1980s at age 21, when resources for people with HIV were almost nonexistent. Since his diagnosis, Brett has set out to spread HIV awareness and education. Brett has become a patient advocate for the Food and Drug Administration and has written a book, called “The First Year – HIV,” that offers advice to those newly diagnosed with HIV.

The Global Database on HIV Related Travel Restrictions

Meerat Oza — Mon, 25 Oct 2010 17:59:13 +0000

The Global Database on HIV Related Travel Restrictions provides information from 196 countries on regulations preventing entry or residency of HIV-infected individuals. The site also monitors changes in HIV-related travel restrictions and advocates for the removal of HIV-based regulations. The Database is a combined initiative of the German AIDS Federation, the European AIDS Treatment Group, and the International AIDS Society.

POZ

Meerat Oza — Tue, 12 Oct 2010 20:39:19 +0000

POZ is a print and online information source for people with HIV and AIDS. Both the print and online forms of POZ offer daily news updates, treatment and prevention information, and investigative news pieces. POZ.com also offers blogs, videos, and a social networking forum for people with HIV and AIDS.

AIDSmeds.com

Meerat Oza — Fri, 08 Oct 2010 21:28:50 +0000

AIDSmeds.com provides updated treatment information to people with HIV and AIDS. The website’s mission is to help patients make informed decisions about their treatment plans. AIDSmeds has a comprehensive list of treatments for HIV/AIDS, opportunistic infections, and side effects. The website also provides prevention information and advice for those who have been newly diagnosed.

The Body.com – Info About AIDS

The AIDS Beacon Staff — Tue, 14 Jul 2009 21:01:37 +0000

The Body is a patient-focused website on HIV and AIDS. The mission of The Body is to create a community where people with HIV and AIDS can connect. The site includes blogs and frequent columns, information and resources on treating HIV, and a forum where patients with questions about HIV/AIDS can connect with healthcare providers.

Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) – AIDSinfo

The AIDS Beacon Staff — Tue, 14 Jul 2009 21:00:04 +0000

AIDSinfo is a website maintained by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). Its purpose is to bring federal information regarding HIV and AIDS research, treatments, prevention, and medical practices to the public. This website specifically focuses on clinical research information and medical guidelines as related to the care of people with HIV and AIDS.

AIDS.gov – Info About AIDS

The AIDS Beacon Staff — Tue, 14 Jul 2009 20:56:26 +0000

Managed by the Department of Health and Human Services, AIDS.gov is a government website that provides Federal information on HIV and AIDS. The mission of AIDS.gov is to bring HIV and AIDS information to the public by utilizing a variety of media sources, such as blogs, social networking sites, and portable media devices.

Centers for Disease Control (CDC) – HIV Information

The AIDS Beacon Staff — Wed, 08 Jul 2009 21:56:26 +0000

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is a division of the Department of Health and Human Services. The CDC offers leadership in research, treatment, and support for HIV/AIDS patients as a part of its overall effort to improve healthcare. The CDC website offers a multitude of resources, including fact sheets, brochures, journal articles, and basic HIV/AIDS information.