Human Genome Project And Hiv

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Human Papillomavirus and HIV Disease

The human papillomavirus (HPV) is the most common sexually transmitted infection in the US. About 20 million people are infected at any one time. Nearly half of all sexually active people have had HPV at some point in their lives. Since it often doesn't cause symptoms, many never know they've had it. Though most types of HPV do not cause serious disease, some can lead to cancerous conditions. Left untreated, these high-risk types can cause...

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Many mutations listed on my Genome/Phemone Test

Hello Dr. Sherer,I just received my Genome/Phenome Test back and found that I have the K103N mutation so my Dr. took me off Atripla and put me on Truvada and Intelence. At the end of the test, it also gave a complete listing of Mutations Detected...

Response from Renslow Sherer, M.D.

University of Chicago Hospitals

Of the 32 mutations that you list, only 8 - 2 NRTI mutations and 6 PI mutations - are known to be (or, in two cases, may be) associated with reduced sensitivity to drugs in those classes. The remainder of the mutations are 'polymorphisms'... Read more »

AIDS social solutions project

1. Why don't people use proper prevention equippment?2. Does HIVAIDS affect any other part of the body other than the immune system?3. Why haven't I heard about AIDS prevention and transmission until I started this project? 4. Is there...

Response from Ryan M. Kull, C.S.W

Columbia University's Health & Related Services

1) There are a lot of reasons. The biggest reason is that using condoms doesn't feel as good as not using them. People also say that using a condom can interfere with the continuity of sex, make it difficult to maintain an erection, or cause an... Read more »

human bite (HUMAN BITE 2010)

About 1 month I got bitten by my assitant and he is hiv positive, my finger only bled due to me pulling my hand and my skin tore on my finger he had no bleeding gums or sores in his mouth, I'm terrified, what is my risk....

Response from Robert J. Frascino, M.D.

The Robert James Frascino AIDS Foundation

Hello,See below.Dr. BobI'm HIV+ and an infant bit my face, risky for the infant? (HUMAN BITE, 2010) May 26, 2010Hello Dr. Bob,Although I am well educated on HIV risk and transmission, a recent incident has me very concerned. A little history,... Read more »

HGH and HIV Meds/HIV (HUMAN GROWTH HORMONE)

Dr. Bob, Are there negetive effects of using HGH with my HIV and meds? I have chronic disk issues and would like to help build muscle in the lower back and neck to help with the pain. Massages help the pain tremendously but I don't get them...

Response from Robert J. Frascino, M.D.

The Robert James Frascino AIDS Foundation

Howdy Cowboy!Human recombinant growth hormone (hGH) is remarkable stuff. It's what makes the difference between becoming a super-sized world class basketball player and a pint-sized member of the Lollypop Guild. Originally used to treat kids... Read more »

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HIV Research Project (PAID)

Posted by hennegrouphealth

A research group called The Henne Group is currently seeking recently diagnosed men and women for a confidential paid study. (www.thehennegroup.com)

They are looking for men & women who are between the ages of 18 - 54 who are treatment naive and... Read more »

HIV/AIDS Project Director - Northern CA

Posted by Anonymous

The Open Door COmmunity Health Centers in Arcata, CA is looking for a HIV/AIDS Project Director. The position is responsible for the overall coordination, management, and administration of all HIV/AIDS care programs. A minimum of five years... Read more »

BAC: Project Manager (Generalist)

Posted by Anonymous, 1 Reply

Project Manager Generalist (MassTACTIC)
Responsible for assessing the technical assistance and capacity development needs of HIV/AIDS providers serving large numbers of people of color as part of the Massachusetts Technical Assistance, Capacity... Read more »

Drug research project

Posted by Anonymous

Are you a gay or bisexual man? Do you ever party with crystal, cocaine, k, ecstasy and/or GHB? If so, you may eligible to participate in a study about your experiences using these substances.
We are looking for both HIV-positive and HIV-negative... Read more »

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