Articles from 2001
12/19/01 - HIV
and the over 50 population
HIV is not just a disease for the young.
12/01/01 -
Structured Treatment Interruptions
Are drug holidays a good idea for you? This guide will help you and your doctor
decide.
11/15/01 -
Should You Get the Flu Shot
Flu season is rapidly approaching. Protect yourself with this simple vaccine.
11/01/01 - FDA
Approves New HIV Drug
The FDA has just approved the drug Viread (tenofovir). Get the low down on
the newest weapon in the HIV arsenal.
10/17/01 - Food
Safety and HIV
Learn to handle and prepare food properly so you can stay healthy.
10/01/01 -
Adherence Tips and Techniques
Taking your HIV meds can be very difficult. This feature will make it much
easier.
09/17/01 -
Staying Healthy
Staying healthy means regular medical visits, a healthy lifestyle and some of
these vaccines, health screenings, and preventative medications.
08/29/01 -
Twenty Years of AIDS
AIDS is twenty years old. Where have we been and where are we now? Take a look
at this timeline.
08/14/01 -
Hepatitis Update
Get a brief update on what you need to know about Hepatitis.
07/31/01 - In
the Pipeline...Fusion Inhibitors
New and exciting treatments are right around the corner. Take a look what's in
store.
07/17/01 - Portrait of Courage
A woman tells her story of determination, courage
and loving support so others can realize there is life after HIV.
07/04/01 - Rite of Passage
Some gay men are seeking out HIV infection. Take a look at this unexpected
phenomenon.
06/19/01 - Testing Positive...Now What?
Now that you have tested HIV positive, what comes next?
06/05/01 - Dealing with Depression
A chronic illness like HIV can affect a person emotionally as well as
physically. This feature addresses the common problem of depression.
05/22/01 - The Oral Argument
There is a commonly held belief among lay people that oral sex carries no
risk.
05/10/01 - Anal Papilloma Screening
This simple test could save your life.
04/24/01 - How Much is Too Much?
Patients must participate in their own care. Do we allow them too?
04/10/01 - Viagra
The "little blue pill" works but is not without problems. This feature
fills you in on what to know about Viagra.
03/28/01 - The Immune System
Know your body and stay healthy. A guide to your immune system.
03/12/01 - Making Drugs Affordable
The newest drug war rages on in an effort to make HIV meds more affordable.
02/28/01 - New Treatment Guidelines for 2001
The new guidelines are out and your About.com guide let's you on what's new.
02/14/01 - Drug Resistance Testing
Making informed decisions regarding medication regimens.
01/30/01 - Participating in Research
Make sure you are well informed. Here are questions you should ask before
stepping forward.
01/16/01 - Valentine's Day Reminder
As romance blooms, remember safety first.
01/01/01 - New Year's Resolutions
Promise yourself to be healthier. Here are a few ideas for resolutions that will
help keep that promise.