Syphilis Prevalence and Incidence 6% and 8% in HIV+ US Military

Nearly 6% of HIV-positive US Department of Defense beneficiaries had syphilis when first tested, and syphilis developed in 8% during 25 years of follow-up.

Rapid Oral HIV Test Less Sensitive vs Rapid Blood When HIV Rate Low

Oraquick, the rapid HIV test, had slightly lower sensitivity and positive predictive value in low HIV prevalence regions than in high-prevalence regions when used on oral specimens than when used on blood samples, according to results of a systematic review and meta-analysis.

Los Angeles Turns Out for "The Skinny"

On the evening of May 11, 2012, celebrities, supporters, fans, and advocates all alike came out to support the Black AIDS Institute and the premier of Patrick-Ian Polk’s, The Skinny at the Laemmle Music Hall 3 in Beverly Hills.

In This Issue

When Jamar Rogers was selected as a competitor on the reality singing competition "The Voice" this spring, he did not intend to reveal his HIV-positive status. But as he advanced through the competition, the show-stopping singer on Team Cee-Lo began to consider the power of using his newfound celebrity to de-stigmatize HIV. We talk to Jamar about this decision to use his voice in more ways than one.

FDA Panel Recommends At-Home HIV Text

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An HIV test may soon be available for use in the privacy of your home.