Political Star Power in Zambia

Posted by Dr. Susan Strasser
Lusaka, Zambia
October 22, 2010

Rubbing elbows with former heads of state is not a regular occurrence for Foundation staff in Zambia, or anywhere, for that matter. But that is exactly what Zambia Country Director Dr. Susan Strasser had the opportunity to do earlier this week when the government of Zambia received several high profile guests – including the country's former president – to build momentum and support in the fight against HIV and AIDS.

Led by former President Mogae of Botswana, the Champions for an HIV-Free Generation, is an all-star gathering of distinguished African leaders that advocate for increased efforts to prevent the spread of HIV on the continent.

Read more about Dr. Strasser's meeting and the groups' visit to a Foundation-supported hospital in Lusaka.

President's Message: October 2010

Posted by Charles Lyons
Washington, D.C.
October 22, 2010

I’m writing this message after a recent trip to Lesotho – a small country in the middle of South Africa, with the third-highest HIV prevalence rate in the world. Lesotho is called the African “Kingdom in the Sky” for a reason – its mountainous terrain poses constant challenges to the way we deliver critical and lifesaving services. Innovation is, and will continue to be, the key to our success there.

What We're Reading: Studies Published in NEJM Provide Guidance on Optimal Treatment for HIV-Positive Women and Infants

Posted by Nicholas Hellmann, M.D.
San Francisco, CA
October 15, 2010

Two studies published yesterday in the New England Journal of Medicine (NEJM) have provided greater guidance on the optimal HIV treatment for women and infants in order to avoid the effects of potential drug resistance.

Nigel Barker Book Signing This Saturday in D.C., Regan Hofmann and Courtney Sheinmel Draw Crowd at National Arts Club

Posted by John Sheeran
Washington, D.C.
October 14, 2010

Noted photographer, filmmaker and Foundation Ambassador Nigel Barker will do a book signing this Saturday, October 16 at the second annual Fashion, Beauty & Lifestyle Expo in Washington, D.C. Also, Foundation Ambassador and POZ Magazine Editor-In-Chief Regan Hofmann joined author and longtime Foundation supporter Courtney Sheinmel at a reading and discussion of their respective books on October 12 at the National Arts Club in New York City.

Note From the Field: Foundation Gathers in Lesotho, a Kingdom Leading the Way Toward a Generation Free of HIV

Posted by Evan Von Leer
Maseru, Lesotho
October 8, 2010

We at the Foundation are constantly inspired by our colleagues in the field. These men and women work tirelessly on the front lines of the AIDS epidemic. This week in the Kingdom of Lesotho – a mountainous country of just over two million people in Southern Africa – the source of that inspiration was put on display for all to see. Read more after the jump.

Note From the Field: Foundation Helps Launch Study in South Africa and Zambia on HIV Drugs for Pregnant Women

Posted by Dr. Richard Marlink
Maseru, Lesotho
October 8, 2010

In Africa, where the Foundation primarily works, women represent more than 60 percent of people receiving treatment. While ARVs are essential for protecting their own health and preventing transmission of the virus to their children, what potential effects do these drugs have on the infants in the womb? The Foundation helped launch a study in South Africa and Zambia just last week about this very topic. Dr. Richard Marlink reports.