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A recent Swiss study delved into the impact of untreated HIV and antiretroviral treatment on cellular ageing, utilizing epigenetic clocks to measure these effects. The findings shed light on the relationship between untreated HIV, antiretroviral therapy, and cellular ageing. This article presents a paraphrased overview of the study’s discoveries and their significance in understanding ageing processes among individuals with HIV. …

In the realm of HIV research, a captivating phenomenon has intrigued scientists for decades: some individuals possess the innate ability to keep the virus in check without any medicinal assistance. New discoveries have provided insights into this enigma, showcasing the remarkable capabilities of CD8+ T cells, a particular type of white blood cell, in fighting against HIV. This article explores …

The search for an effective HIV vaccine has been ongoing for nearly four decades since the identification of HIV as the cause of AIDS in 1984. Despite significant investments of time, resources, and research, the development of a viable vaccine has remained elusive. The unique characteristics of HIV, including antigenic variation, metastability, and a dense glycan shield, have posed formidable …

Over 85% of all new infections of HIV and Syphilis in San Francisco are among gay men. What is known is that once someone learns that they have HIV/STDs, they are much less likely to pass it on. Therefore, increased HIV/STD testing will lead to fewer new infections. Also, when people learn that they have HIV, get in to care …

Home > PalmIT > Magnet PalmIT Protocol Previous page Print this page PalmIT Clinic Flow at Magnet PalmIT computers are distributed by the Concierge and volunteer assistants to customers as they check in for their appointments. Concierge staff give each customer a brief introduction to the computerized survey that can go something like: “This is your self assessment for your …

Data resources are invaluable for planning, development of RFP responses, monitoring trends and other important epidemiological activities.   HIV/AIDS Epidemiology Annual Report Latest data reporting current trends in AIDS incidence, prevalence for people and neighborhoods in San Francisco. (PDF format) 2010 Annual Report 2009 Annual Report 2008 Annual Report 2007 Annual Report 2006 Annual Report 2005 Annual Report 2004 Annual …

What are supervised injection facilities? Legal supervised (or safer) injection facilities (SIFs) have been defined as protected places for the hygienic consumption of pre-obtained drugs in a nonjudgmental environment and under the supervision of trained staff. SIFs can also be described as a controlled health care setting where drug users inject drugs under supervision and receive health care, counseling, and …

Home > PalmIT PalmIT is an innovative new way to collect HIV counseling and testing data that was started in San Francisco in 2006 through a collaboration between SFDPH AIDS Office and UCSF CAPS. Shelley Facente (UCSF/SFDPH), Nicolas Sheon (UCSF), Dale Gluth (Magnet), and Marise Rodriguez (SFDPH) were its founders and originators. The current PalmIT Program Coordinator is Noah Carraher. …

Home > National HIV Testing Day Previous Page Testing Locations All HIV Testing Locations in San Francisco Free and confidential testing locations around San Francisco Anonymous testing offered at some locations Rapid testing available at most locations. Get your results in less than an hour! Some locations also offering testing for other STDs Information, one-on-one counseling, and referrals to other …