In response to changes in the commercial availability of HIV-1/HIV-2 antibody differentiation assays approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for diagnostic use, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the Association of Public Health Laboratories
CDC Technical Update for HIV Nucleic Acid Tests Approved for Diagnostic Purposes
An update from the CDC on 3 nucleic acid tests approved for diagnostic testing of HIV- the cobas HIV-1/HIV2 Qualitative test; the Aptima HIV-1 Quant Dx Assay, and the Alinity m HIV-1 Assay, the latter of which provide a qualitative
National HIV/AIDS Strategy for the United States 2022-2025
National strategy developed by the United States government for reducing the number of people who are infected with HIV, increasing access to care for people living with HIV, and reducing HIV-related health disparities.
CDC STI Treatment Guidelines
These guidelines update the 2015 STI treatment guidelines. These guidelines discuss 1) updated recommendations for treatment of Neisseria gonorrhoeae, Chlamydia trachomatis, and Trichomonas vaginalis; 2) addition of metronidazole to the recommended treatment regimen for pelvic inflammatory disease; 3) alternative treatment
Legal Resources in Illinois for Issues Dealing with HIV
Midwest AIDS Training + Education Center lists legal organizations in Illinois that specialize in HIV/AIDS or non-profit legal services.
Revised Recommendations for HIV Testing in Healthcare Setting in the U.S.
Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) presentation explaining the need to increase the number of people who are aware of their HIV status.
CDC Recommended Laboratory HIV Testing Algorithm for Serum or Plasma Specimens
Released in 2018, this CDC quick reference describes the recommended HIV testing algorithm for reactive and non-reactive cases and how to report the results.
HIV/AIDS In The Lives Of Gay And Bisexual Men In The United States
Kaiser Foundation survey assessing perceptions, risks, and personal connections to HIV among gay and bisexual men in the United States.
Addressing Stigma
National Alliance of State Territorial AIDS Directors blueprint for improving HIV/STD prevention and care outcomes for Black & Latino gay men.
Without Exception, When HIV testing is Routine, We All Win
Gilead Sciences presentation illustrating why routine HIV testing is necessary.
