AIDSinfo
Background
AIDSinfo is a U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) project providing information on HIV/AIDS clinical trials and treatment. It is the result of merging two previous DHHS projects: The AIDS Clinical Trials Information Service (ACTIS) and the HIV/AIDS Treatment Information Service (ATIS).
AIDSinfo is a central resource for current information on federally and privately funded clinical trials for AIDS patients and others infected with HIV. AIDS clinical trials evaluate experimental drugs and other therapies for adults and children at all stages of HIV infection -- from patients who are HIV positive with no symptoms to those with various symptoms of AIDS.
As the main dissemination point for federally approved HIV treatment and prevention guidelines, AIDSinfo provides information about the current treatment regimens for HIV infection and AIDS-related illnesses, including the prevention of HIV transmission from occupational exposure and mother-to-child transmission during pregnancy.
Mission Statement
To offer the latest federally approved information on HIV/AIDS clinical research, treatment and prevention, and medical practice guidelines for consumers and health care providers.
Audience
HIV/AIDS patients, their families and friends, health care providers and researchers.
How to Reach AIDSinfo
AIDSinfo
P.O. Box 6303
Rockville, MD 20849-6303
Hotline available from Monday to Friday, 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. (Eastern Time)
Phone: 1.800.HIV.0440 (1.800.448.0440)
Fax: 1.301.315.2818
Outside U.S.: 1.301.315.2816
TTY: 1.888.480.3739
E-mail: ContactUs@AIDSinfo.nih.gov
Web: www.aidsinfo.nih.gov
Chat: Live Help available Monday to Friday, 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. (Eastern Time)
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Latest by AIDSinfo
HIV and Older Adults
Anyone -- including older adults -- can get HIV. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, about one-quarter of all Americans living with HIV in 2012 were 55 years of age and older.
HIV Treatment Adherence
Treatment adherence includes starting HIV treatment, keeping all medical appointments, and taking HIV medicines every day as prescribed. For people with HIV, treatment adherence is key to staying healthy.
How to Find HIV Treatment Services
If you are living with HIV, there are resources that can help you find a health care provider, pay for your medicines, locate affordable housing, and get help with mental health issues.
HIV Medicines and Side Effects
Key PointsHIV medicines help people with HIV live longer, healthier lives. Sometimes HIV medicines can also cause side effects. Most side effects from HIV medicines are manageable, but a few can be serious.Overall, the benefits of HIV medicines far o...
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An Overview of Atripla (Efavirenz/Tenofovir/FTC)
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