What We’re Reading: Heroes in the Battle Against Pediatric AIDS, PMTCT in Uganda, and Vaccine Research

Posted by Jane Coaston
Washington, D.C.
September 14, 2012

This week, we’ve been reading about awards for heroes in the battle against pediatric HIV, new momentum in Uganda for prevention of mother-to-child transmission of HIV, civil rights issues for children living with HIV in the U.S., and where the research stands on the search for an AIDS vaccine. Learn more after the jump.

On the Trail of an AIDS Vaccine

Posted by Jeffrey T. Safrit
Los Angeles, CA
September 13, 2012

This week, scientists from around the world gathered in Boston for the 12th annual AIDS Vaccine 2012, a conference devoted to research towards an HIV vaccine. Learn more below about their discoveries and the future of a vaccine for HIV.

Policy & Advocacy: Support Strong Funding Levels for Global HIV/AIDS Programs

Posted by Katie Lapides Coester
Washington, D.C.
September 10, 2012

As summer turns to fall and election coverage heats up, Congress still has a job to do by September 30th—keep the government funded. Click here for an update on how budget discussions will impact global HIV/AIDS programs.

What We’re Reading: New Research into Breastfeeding and HIV

Posted by Jeff Safrit
Los Angeles, CA
September 7, 2012

(Photo: EGPAF/James Pursey)

This week we’re reading about research into breastfeeding, one of the ways that HIV can be transmitted from mother to child. Read more for analysis from EGPAF expert Jeff Safrit.

Mobile Technology Saves Lives

Posted by Adaku Ejiogu
Washington, D.C.
September 6, 2012

For many of us, mobile technologies are how we learn, play, and communicate quickly and effectively. But for women living with HIV in remote areas, mobile technologies can be a critical lifeline. Learn how we’re using these technologies to save lives around the globe.

WHO Develops Survey for Youth Living with HIV

Posted by Jane Coaston
Washington, D.C.
September 4, 2012

To help address the needs of people ages 10-24, the World Health Organization (WHO) is working to develop international guidance for the treatment of HIV in adolescents. The group is looking for input from a number of stakeholders, including the most important group – young people living with HIV. To learn more about what youth need, WHO has created an online survey for youth from the ages of 10-24 living with HIV.