In the News Archives

12/20 - Updated Michigan 3-month planning calendar. House Passes $555B Spending Bill, Sends to President Bush
- See National News. Review of etravirine studies and immune reconstruction; How Successful is the Push for Early HIV Diagnosis? - See Medical Briefs. Mozambique Launches Initiative To Conduct Microbicide Research. HIV Risk Double Among Black MSM vs. White MSM, Researchers Say - See Minority News. "Semen Protein Could Be a Key in AIDS Battle" - See Basic Research.
 

12/19 - HPLS Planning Update; MHAC member publishes first fiction novel - Michigan News. Senate Passes $555B Omnibus Spending Bill - See National News. Latest health care news. MHAC member publishes first fiction novel - See Michigan News. Upcoming No Name-Calling Week, January 21-25, 2008;" Abstinence Programs Face Rejection" - See Teen News. "Best-Kept Secret’ for HIV-Free Africa" - See World News-Women. HIV Partner Notification Outcomes by Duration of Infection Study - See Prevention Research. FDA Requires Warning Statement for spermicides with nonoxynol 9 - See Prevention News.

12/17 - Request for Proposal for Ryan White Treatment Modernization in The Detroit Eligible Metropolitan Area (EMA) - See Care News. Updated Information Regarding Antiretroviral Agents Used as HIV Postexposure Prophylaxis for Occupational HIV Exposures - See Medical Briefs. FDA proposes requirements for human blood & blood components intended for transfusion or further manufacturing use - See Prevention News. Common Protein in Human Semen Increases Infectious Potential of HIV, Study Says - See Prevention Research.

12/14 - Winter 2008 Issue of Mental Health AIDS Released
- See Medical Briefs. CA Meth Campaign to Include Gay, Bi Men - See Prevention News. "Lawmakers, Gay Rights Groups Protesting New HIV/AIDS Travel Rule" - See National News.

12/13 - New Michigan and National jobs posted - See Career Ops. Impact of HIV/AIDS on Minority Populations, MSM 'Overlooked' by Presidential Candidates, Opinion Piece Says - See Minority News. ONE Campaign Launches $1.8M Ad Initiative Urging Voters To Ask About Presidential Candidates' Positions on Global Development Issues - See World News.

12/12 - C.O.R.E. Project Group Facilitation Skills Training -Register now for January. HIV/AIDS Treatment Programs Will Not Keep Pace Unless Number of New Cases Decreases, Experts Say at PEPFAR Reauthorization Hearing - See World News.  More Huckabee - See National News. "US Care for HIV Detainees Falls Short: Report" - See Incarcerated News.

12/11 - HIV/AIDS Advocates Call on Huckabee To Meet With Mother of Ryan White - See National News. Uganda Plans To Introduce No-Cost, Countrywide Male Circumcision Program To Prevent Spread of HIV, Health Official Says See World News.

12/10 - "My Space: Reaching Youth Where They Are" - This PowerPoint presentation from the STD & HIV Conference in November is now available to view in PDF. "WHO Launches Campaign to Produce ‘Child-Size’ Medicines" - See Care News. "What happens in prison, doesn't stay in prison." - See Incarcerated. Huckabee Says He Will Not 'Recant' 1992 Comments on HIV/AIDS - See National News. First-Line Triple-Combination Antiretroviral Therapy Provides Long-Term Protection Against AIDS-Related Illnesses, Study Says - See Meeical Briefs.

12/7 - New Career Opportunities posted. Housing Works Criticizes Giuliani's Work on HIV/AIDS Issues While New York City Mayor - See National News. New Drug Resistance Mutation Discovered - See Medical Briefs. Evidence of serosorting after diagnosis with acute HIV infection - See Prevention Research. HPV vaccine may be of value for women already exposed to some HPV strains - See Medical News.

12/6 - "Eastern Virginia Medical School Awarded $28.5 Million for AIDS Prevention Project" - See Microbicide News. HIV Working Group Releases Report on Vaccine, Microbicide Research, Development - See Vaccine Research. Assessing Health Literacy May Be as Important as CD4 and VL; and FDA outlines changes to Adult and Adolescent Treatment Guidelines - See Medical Briefs. Rapid HIV Tests in Outreach Settings Improve Detection in Minorities - See Prevention Research. The Body Pro Live CME/CE Webcasts.

12/5 - Male Circumcision Does Not Offer Protection Against HIV Among U.S. Black, Hispanic MSM, Study Says - See Prevention Research. Report from the National HIV Prevention Conference - See Prevention News. Study of HPV DNA testing report - See Medical News.

12/4 - "Serosorting Sexual Partners and Risk for HIV Among Men Who Have Sex with Men" - See Prevention Research. Stigma, Discrimination Toward Haitians Could Increase - See Minority News.  Gates Foundation Gives Group $28.5M for Microbicide Research. "No AIDS Estimate Available Yet: CDC" and Richardson Releases HIV/AIDS Plan supported by advocates - See National News. Need for Antiretrovirals That Restore Immune Function - See Care News.

12/3/07 - The 3rd Legislative Training scheduled for Friday, December 7th has been canceled. Number of Annual New HIV Cases in U.S. Might Be Higher Than Previously Thought - See National News. Updated Adult and Adolescent Treatment Guidelines Now Available - See Medical Briefs. Taking Care of the Uninsured: A Path to Reform - See Michigan News. Editorials, Opinion Pieces Respond to World AIDS Day. NIDA to Launch Educational Campaign for Hispanic Youth on World AIDS Day - See Teen News. HIV Vaccine Trial Participation Might Lead to Negative Social Consequences, Study Says. Statehealthfacts.org Adds Updated Data About Needle-Exchange Programs - See Prevention News.

11/30 - MAF Releases Report Card for MI at Gala Event - See Michigan News.  NASTAD releases National HIV Prevention Blueprint and Policy Agenda - See Prevention News. Updated DHWDC Training Calendar 2008. Deadline extended for A4C's 3rd Legislative Education Skills-Building Workshop.  NIH Announces 2007 World AIDS Day Award Recipients - See National News. World AIDS Day 2007 Resources from the Kaiser Family Foundation.

11/29 - Routine HIV Screening in ERs Using the New CDC Guidelines: Results from a High-Prevalence Area - See Medical Briefs. AIDS Service Organizations Nationwide Challenged Report Says - See National News. New Career Ops. AIDS Memorial Quilt on display in Michigan. Is a New Generation of HCV Treatment Near? See Medical News.
 

11/28 - Lack of HIV Prevention Efforts Among MSM Fueling Increase in New Diagnoses, JAMA Commentary Says - See Prevention News. U.N. Special Envoy in Africa Mataka Urges Women To Address Cultural Practices That Fuel Spread of Disease - See World News-Women.  Responses to UNAIDS, WHO Report on Global HIV/AIDS Estimates - See Editorials. Efforts To Prevent Spread of HIV/AIDS Among U.S. Older Adults - National News.

11/26 - A4C's 3rd Legislative Education Skills-Building Workshop - See Minority News. "Concurrent Sex Partners Not Uncommon for US Men" & "Development, Description, and Acceptability of Small-Group, Behavioral Intervention to Prevent HIV and Hepatitis C Virus Infections Among Young Adult Injection Drug Users"  - See Prevention Research.

11/21 - See the complete PDF file listing from MDCH-HAPIS of events planned around the state for World AIDS Day. WSU MATEC HIV/AIDS Update: Findings from ICAAC and the International AIDS Conference. PowerPoint presentations from the November 15 MHAC meeting.

11/20 - CMS Officials Investigate Case Involving Four Transplant Recipients - See National News. Treatment Adherence Linked to Health Literacy, Study Finds - See Care News. "Study Shows How Some AIDS Vaccines May Harm;" and Baltimore Sun Profiles HIV Researcher Pauza - See Vaccine Research. "Growing Focus on Reused Medicine Vials" & "Redesigning a Condom So Women Will Use It" - See Prevention News.

11/19 - 2008 Equal Access Initiative (EAI) Computer Grants Program - See Minority News.  REBIRTH of Michigan Women & AIDS Committee next week - See Meetings. AMA Recommends Routine HIV Testing While Protecting Patient Autonomy, Privacy - See National News. Several Vaccine Trials Affected by Halt of Merck's HIV Vaccine Trial.  Grand Rapids dermatologist allegedly reused sutures, syringes and needles, scalpels and gloves - See Michigan News.

11/16 - New Research Identifies Effective Teen Sex Education Programs and Other Interventions - See Teen News. See Events Planned Around the State for World AIDS Day 2007.

11/15 - Between the Lines covers Dr. Kathryn Wright retirement - See Michigan News Around the State.

11/14 - "Four Organ Patients Get HIV" - See National News.
 "New Trial Vaccine to Block 90 Percent of Cervical Cancer"
- See Teen News.

11/13 - Former Chair of Presidential Advisory Council on HIV/AIDS Hitt Dies; &  Important broadcasts this week - See National News.  Abbott Receives FDA Approval for Lower-Dose of Antiretroviral Kaletra for Children - See Medical Briefs. New page for Holiday donation Opportunities.

11/9 - Call for Abstracts for the National HIV Prevention Leadership Summit (HPLS) to be held in Detroit, MI, June 11-14, 2008. DHWDC (HAPIS and STD) 2008 Training Calendar and application forms.

11/8 - Tomorrow is the deadline for early registration for Michigan's Hepatitis C conference. "Merck Says Gardasil Vaccine Protects Older Women" - See Medical News. Rectal/Anal Cancer and HPV PowerPoint Presentation from the STD & HIV Conference.  Senate Approves Labor-HHS-Education Spending Bill; President Bush Expected To Veto Measure - See National News. Gay Middle Eastern group launches Arabic language helpline - See Minority News. MAPP CEO elected first gay mayor of Ferndale - See Michigan News. "Report: Abstinence not Curbing Teen Sex" - See Teen News.

11/7 - Latest decisions by the MI Program Review Panel. Medscape Top Stories; HCV/HIV Co-infection PowerPoint Presentation from last week's Conference - See Medical Briefs. Medscape reports studies on MSM - See Prevention Research.  Ryan White Program Would Receive Increases in Funding Under House-Passed FY 2008 Appropriations Bill - See Care News.    Upcoming events for December - Are you planning Worlds AIDS Day activities? HAPIS wants to know about it - See Calendar. Statement of Anthony S. Fauci, M.D., On the Release of New Data from the HVTN 502 (STEP) HIV Vaccine Study. Laser Technology Could Be Used To Protect Against HIV, Study Says - See Basic Research. This weeks US Conference to Focus on Social Services - See National News.

11/6 - FDA Guidance: Role of HIV Resistance Testing in Antiretroviral Drug Development - See Medical Briefs. MI to host National Conference in June, see HAPIS invitation to join planning committees in Michigan News.

11/5 - 2007 STD & HIV Conference Awards photo gallery. HAPIS HIV Prevention Consultant - Career Ops. October 2007 Michigan HIV/AIDS Surveillance Statistics. Register now for the December 4, Hepatitis C: From Silence to Solutions Conference; early reg deadline Friday 11/9. Concurrent Sexual Relationships Not Uncommon Among U.S. Men - See Prevention Research. Washington Post Examines Reaction to Study Tracking HIV's Arrival in U.S. From Haiti - National News. Some Experts Emphasizing 'Proven, Lower-Tech' Strategies To Prevent HIV After Merck's Vaccine Trial Was Halted - See Prevention News. October 2007 Michigan HIV/AIDS Surveillance Statistics and complete MDCH HIV Surveillance Report; and The Adult and Adolescent Spectrum of Disease (ASD) project report. "Wayne State Grant Will Help HIV/AIDS Research" - See Michigan News. "Poll: Most OK Birth Control for Schools" - See Teen News. Updated Perinatal Treatment Guidelines Now Available! - See Medical Briefs.

10/31 - Before you put on that costume, pack your bag for Ypsi - the STD & HIV Conference starts tomorrow morning. "AIDS Study Spurs Haitian Outrage" - See Minority News. "Association Between Rates of HIV Testing and Elimination of Written Consents in San Francisco" - See Prevention Research. George Washington University students got well rounded talk; Colorado "Task Force Recommends Providing Contraceptives to High School Students" - See Teen News. Programs around the country help PWAs - See Care News.

10/30 - Clinton Signs Pledge To Commit To Fight Against HIV/AIDS - See National News. Some HIV-Positive People Taking Longer To Initiate Treatment, Study Says - See Medical Briefs. One-Third of People With TB in U.S. Unaware of HIV Status, MMWR Report Says. HIV Vaccine Trial Volunteers Asked To Undergo Testing To Determine Whether They Are at Increased Risk of HIV. HIV likely first entered the United States from Haiti in about 1969 - See Basic Research. "Girls Taunted by Teachers More Likely to Have Early Sex: Study" - See Teen News.

10/26 - Second International HIV Vaccine Trial Discontinued. CDC Broadcast on HIV Prevention among Hispanics - See Minority News.

10/25 - New Director of HIV/AIDS Programs for Detroit - See People on the Move.

10/24 - Upcoming CORE Prevention/Outreach Worker Certification Training. People With Moderate HIV Viral Loads More Likely To Transmit Virus, Study Says - See Prevention Research. Senate Passes Labor-HHS Appropriations Bill That Includes Amendment Preventing Redistribution of Ryan White Funding in Some Areas - See Care News. Catholic Church's Opposition to Condom Use Contributes to Spread of HIV in Latin America, UNAIDS Official Says
-See World News. CALIFORNIA: "Condoms for Inmates Sparking Controversy" - See Incarcerated. "DNA Test Could Detect Cervical Cancer Early: Study" - See Medical News. Unique ideas for HIV education - See Teen News.

10/23 - Study Finds Genetic Influence on Pace of HIV/AIDS Progression - See Medical Briefs. One-Fifth of People at High Risk of HIV Are Tested Annually in U.S., Study Says - See Prevention Research. New York State AIDS Advisory Council Recommends Eliminating Written Consent Requirement for HIV Tests - See Prevention News. Mental Health AIDS Fall 2007: "Enlisting Service Consumers as Active Participants in HIV-Related Assessment & Care" Tool Box - See Care News. Coming Soon! - Condoms With Microbicide VivaGel. New Software To Support HIV Education, Counseling in Africa - See World News.

10/15 - National Latino AIDS Awareness Day
WAKE UP! TAKE CONTROL! TAKE THE HIV TEST!
Statement of Anthony S. Fauci, M.D. - See National News. Hispanics in U.S. Contract HIV Through Different Transmission Routes Based on Birthplace, MMWR Study Says - See Prevention Research. In Memory of Sammye Stamper -Memorial Service this week. Lansing Area AIDS Network is seeking a full time Client Services Coordinator - See Career Ops. MDCH invites you to participate in World AIDS Day - See DHWDC News. Last call for applications for MHAC membership. FDA Approves Merck's Antiretroviral Raltegravir first integrase inhibitor - See Care News. CDC Releases New Report on HIV/AIDS Among Hispanics; Ministers Call on U.S. Government To Declare HIV/AIDS Among Blacks Health Emergency - See Minority News.  New Executive Director of Global HIV Vaccine Enterprise - See World News.

10/8 - Tomorrow is the deadline for EARLY registration for Michigan's STD & HIV Conference. Lambda Legal and Partners Provide Guidance to Recipients of New CDC Funding for African American HIV/AIDS Prevention - See Prevention News. Trimeris, Roche Withdraw Supplemental Application To Market Needle-Free Device With Antiretroviral Fuzeon - See Care News. Symposium on HIV/AIDS and AIDS-Related Cancers - See Medical.

10/4 - "Viagra, Methamphetamine, and HIV Risk: Results from a Probability Sample of MSM, San Francisco" - See Prevention Research. NASTAD's "HIV Testing in Emergency Departments: A Primer on Issues and Strategies for Health Departments" - See Prevention News. IAS Report Summarizes Research Presented at International AIDS Conference.

10/3 - Nelson Mandela To Host Fifth International Concert To Raise Awareness About HIV/AIDS on World AIDS Day in Johannesburg - See World News. Black AIDS Institute Executive Director Discusses HIV Prevalence Among Blacks at Town Hall Meeting - See Minority News.

10/1- Nominations for STD & HIV Conference Awards - Deadline TODAY - See pages 10-11 Conference Brochure. State and Federal govts avert shutdowns - See Michigan and National News. NIH Awards Atlanta-Based Firm $15M Grant for HIV Vaccine Research. Global Fund Falls Short of Pledge Goal - See World News. ICAAC 2007 IN SUMMARY: CME/CE TRANSCRIPT, PODCAST AND SLIDES from
The Body PRO - See Medical Briefs.  Herpes Suppression for HIV Prevention - See Prevention Research.

9/28 - Having trouble finding all those MDCH-HAPIS/MHAC documents for Care? - Now they're easy to find in Care Issues - MDCH-HAPIS. CDC Grants To Increase HIV Testing Among Blacks - See Minority News. Donors Pledge $9.7B for Global Fund at Berlin Conference - See World News. Microsoft Researchers Using Spam-Blocking Software To Develop HIV Vaccines. Kaposi's Sarcoma Seen in Healthy Patients - See Medical Briefs.

9/27 - Updated Career Opportunities. "Bill May License Tattoo Parlors" - See Michigan News. California Bill for Routine Screening Is on Governor’s Desk - See Prevention News.

9/26 - Black AIDS Institute Releases Report on State of HIV/AIDS Among U.S. Blacks - See Minority News. House Passes Bill That Would Alter HIV Testing Requirements for Prison Inmates - See National News. Quilt Reservations being Taken for WAD, deadline 9/29 - See Calendar.

9/25 - Scholarship application deadline is October 1 for Michigan's 13th Annual STD & HIV Conference - See page 12. Edwards Unveils Strategy for Combating HIV/AIDS in U.S., Worldwide - See National News. South Carolina Eliminates Waiting List for AIDS Drug Assistance Program - See Care News. European Commission Approves Pfizer's CCR5 Inhibitor Maraviroc - See World News. LIVE Webcast - Clinton Global Initiative, starts tomorrow. "Failure of Vaccine Is Setback in AIDS Fight" - See Vaccine Research. HIV-Positive Women Who Become Pregnant Less Likely To Develop AIDS, Die of AIDS-Related Causes, Study Says; and AIDSinfo Launches New Guidelines Search Feature - See Medical Briefs. Latest research on HPV - See Medical News.  New day and place for Adolescent Networking meeting; and "Voluntary HIV Testing for Gay Students" - You'll never guess where - See Teen News.

9/18 - New career opportunities in Detroit.

9/17 - Michigan STD & HIV News, Fall 2007 Issue - PDF file, link to feature. MICHIGAN: "Number of Teens with HIV/AIDS On the Rise" - See Teen News. Two national scientists receive awards for HIV/AIDS related work - See Awards.

9/12 - Drug Warning: FDA, Pfizer Warn of Possible Carcinogen in Antiretroviral Treatment Viracept - See Medical briefs. Gene in HIV Makes HIV-2 Susceptible to Immune System Response, Researchers Say - See Basic Research. Register now for September HAPIS HIV Test Counselor Booster Training. Upcoming CDC satellite and webcast: HIV Prevention with Hispanics/Latinos - see Calendar.

9/11 - HAPIS HIV Prevention Referral Guidelines and Toolbox.

9/6 - MHAC 2007 Membership Application Form PDF file. (Note: The word doc put up yesterday can not be accessed.)

9/5 - "FDA Cites Benefits of Merck HIV Drug for Patients Out of Options" - See Medical Briefs. "Sexually Transmitted Wart Virus Ups Mouth Cancers" - See Medical News.  Crystal Meth and HIV - See Care News.

9/3 - 2007 STD & HIV Conference Brochure and Registration form, scholarship application and Awards nomination form now available in PDF.