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STI prevention method shows promise in curbing infections in groups at high risk

January 6, 2025

Taking the antibiotic doxycycline after sexual exposures for prevention of sexually transmitted infections — a method known as doxyPEP — was effective in reducing cases of syphilis, chlamydia and gonorrhea in patients at risk for STIs.

Study offers clues to which people with HIV may experience suicidal thoughts

May 14, 2024

People with HIV were more likely to report suicidal thoughts if they had been diagnosed with depression or anxiety, misused stimulants, or reported use of multiple substances, according to new research from Kaiser Permanente and the University of California San Francisco.

Decision support trial reflects challenges of expanding HIV prevention

February 27, 2024

A targeted messaging system to alert primary care physicians before a visit with a patient who might be at risk for contracting HIV resulted in a significant increase in referrals for preexposure prophylaxis (PrEP) by those doctors who also see people with HIV as part of their practice.

Study explores weight gain with HIV treatment

February 6, 2024

A unique study comparing people with HIV starting antiretroviral medication treatment (ART) with demographically similar people without HIV found greater weight gain over 2 years in those with HIV.

Certain people with HIV may need more help to reduce their risk of cardiovascular disease

January 16, 2024

The well-established higher risk of cardiovascular disease in people with HIV compared with people without HIV is more pronounced in key subgroups – people with HIV and controlled hypertension, those with inadequately treated cholesterol, and those with a history of frequent unhealthy alcohol use.

Syndemics: Untangling a complex mix of HIV, heart disease, social issues

August 16, 2023

This episode of KP Research Radio podcast features investigators at the Division of Research who are using a method called syndemics to examine the complex ways that biological, social, and other factors interact to increase the risk of heart disease for a person living with HIV.

Common HIV medication associated with improved COVID-19 outcomes

March 1, 2023

A medication used to treat HIV and to prevent at-risk people from contracting the virus may improve COVID-19 outcomes for both groups, according to research from Kaiser Permanente published in Clinical Infectious Diseases.

People with HIV are at increased risk for heart failure

December 13, 2021

The Kaiser Permanente study found the risk difference was more pronounced in women, Asians and Pacific Islanders, and people under 40.

Higher risk of dementia for older adults living with HIV

December 1, 2021

A study reviewing 16 years of patient data found nearly double the rate of dementia among people with HIV compared with those without HIV. The rate of dementia decreased over time for both groups but remained higher for those with HIV, reported research published in the journal AIDS.

HIV prevention treatment shows gaps among key populations

August 26, 2021

A large, detailed look by Kaiser Permanente researchers at patients taking HIV-prevention drug therapy finds strong adherence soon after patients get the prescription, but less consistent use thereafter, particularly among groups considered high priority for receiving the medication.

Earlier start to HIV treatment may reduce long-term risk of some cancers

August 27, 2020

New research from Kaiser Permanente that followed a large number of people living with HIV over 15 years finds reduced risk of certain cancers is among the benefits of early treatment.

On-demand HIV prevention pills worked well for San Francisco patients

June 4, 2020

…Control and Prevention (CDC) estimates. “We now have different dosing strategies that can meet the needs of different patients.” –Jonathan Volk, MD, The Permanente Medical Group The 2-1-1 regimen was…

Prediction tool could identify more patients at risk of getting HIV

July 5, 2019

Kaiser Permanente researchers have developed a new analytical tool that identifies people at risk of contracting HIV so they may be referred for preventive medication.

‘Motivational interview’ may lessen problem drinking in people with HIV

June 11, 2019

A single, 45-minute “motivational interview” with two 20-minute follow-up phone calls may help people with HIV who report unhealthy drinking reduce their alcohol intake, say researchers at UC San Francisco and Kaiser Permanente.

Life Expectancy Gap Has Decreased But Still Persists for Individuals with HIV

April 1, 2016

The lifespan of HIV-infected individuals has increased dramatically with combination antiretroviral therapy, yet an 8- to 13-year gap in survival...

Study Estimates HIV-Infected Individuals Have Increased Cumulative Incidence of Lifetime Cancer Risk

October 5, 2015

A large study with follow-up over 14 years offers a unique way of looking at the risk of cancer among...

Large Study of PrEP Use in Clinical Practice Shows No New HIV Infections

September 2, 2015

In one of the first and largest published evaluations of the use of preexposure prophylaxis (known as PrEP) to prevent...

Study Shows No Increased Risk for Heart Attacks Among HIV-Positive Patients With High CD4 Cell Counts

October 24, 2013

Healthy HIV-Positive Subjects Have Same Heart Attack Risk as General Population Although HIV-positive individuals are known to be at higher...

Kaiser Permanente Study Reveals Two-Fold Higher Incidence of Non-Melanoma Skin Cancers for Individuals with HIV

January 29, 2013

OAKLAND, Calif., January 29— HIV-positive patients have a higher incidence of non-melanoma skin cancers, according to a Kaiser Permanente study...

Earlier Antiretroviral Therapy Might Reduce the Burden of Cancer in Those with HIV

December 21, 2011

HIV-infected patients are at increased risk for cancer as a result of both their impaired immune system and lifestyle factors,...

Earlier Antiretroviral Therapy Might Reduce the Burden of Cancer in Those with HIV

November 22, 2011

OAKLAND Calif. — HIV-infected patients are at increased risk for cancer as a result of both their impaired immune system...

Uniform, National Measures Should Define HIV and AIDS Care

August 17, 2010

OAKLAND, Calif. – To improve the quality of HIV care and treatment nationwide, 17 measures such as screening and prevention...

Largest Study To Date Compares Cholesterol Treatment in HIV Patients & Patients without HIV infection

March 2, 2009

Lipid Lowering Therapy OAKLAND, Calif., March 2, 2009 – A new study in the online issue of Annals of Internal...

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STI prevention method shows promise in curbing infections in groups at high risk

Study offers clues to which people with HIV may experience suicidal thoughts

Decision support trial reflects challenges of expanding HIV prevention

Study explores weight gain with HIV treatment

Certain people with HIV may need more help to reduce their risk of cardiovascular disease

Syndemics: Untangling a complex mix of HIV, heart disease, social issues

Common HIV medication associated with improved COVID-19 outcomes

People with HIV are at increased risk for heart failure

Higher risk of dementia for older adults living with HIV

HIV prevention treatment shows gaps among key populations

Earlier start to HIV treatment may reduce long-term risk of some cancers

On-demand HIV prevention pills worked well for San Francisco patients

Prediction tool could identify more patients at risk of getting HIV

‘Motivational interview’ may lessen problem drinking in people with HIV

Life Expectancy Gap Has Decreased But Still Persists for Individuals with HIV

Study Estimates HIV-Infected Individuals Have Increased Cumulative Incidence of Lifetime Cancer Risk

Large Study of PrEP Use in Clinical Practice Shows No New HIV Infections

Study Shows No Increased Risk for Heart Attacks Among HIV-Positive Patients With High CD4 Cell Counts

Kaiser Permanente Study Reveals Two-Fold Higher Incidence of Non-Melanoma Skin Cancers for Individuals with HIV

Earlier Antiretroviral Therapy Might Reduce the Burden of Cancer in Those with HIV

Earlier Antiretroviral Therapy Might Reduce the Burden of Cancer in Those with HIV

Uniform, National Measures Should Define HIV and AIDS Care

Largest Study To Date Compares Cholesterol Treatment in HIV Patients & Patients without HIV infection