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The Basics

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From halls.md
HIV Treatment Lagging Behind for Many Infected Youth (May 3, 2009)
Health care providers often decide not to start young HIVers on HIV treatment even though their CD4 count is below 350, a new U.S. study has found.
From Johns Hopkins University
Pediatric HIV/AIDS "Preventable Tragedy," Opinion Piece Says (February 10, 2009)
In Kaiser Daily HIV/AIDS Report, from Henry J. Kaiser Family Foundation
Caring for Youth With HIV (Winter 2008/2009)
This comprehensive guide sheds light on the challenges faced by teenagers with HIV and the ways in which caregivers can help them through the rough spots.
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In Achieve, from ACRIA and GMHC
Growing Up With Meds (Winter 2008/2009)
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In Achieve, from ACRIA and GMHC
Children and HIV (November 16, 2008)
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From AIDS InfoNet
You Can Prevent PCP in Children: A Guide for People With HIV Infection (June 21, 2007)
From U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Drugs Used in the Treatment of Pediatric HIV Infection (May 2007)
From U.S. Food and Drug Administration
Care of the HIV-Positive Adolescent: Developmental Stages and Provider Sensitivity Play a Special Role (July/August 2006)
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In Positively Aware, from Test Positive Aware Network
Transitioning Into Adult Care Can Terrify Youth With HIV (July/August 2006)
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In Positively Aware, from Test Positive Aware Network
Learning to Live Into Adulthood: Challenges and Opportunities for Perinatally Infected Youth (June 2006)
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In WORLD Newsletter, from Women Organized to Respond to Life-Threatening Diseases

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