Bishoy Faltas, MD

May 19, 2014

A recent trial provides encouraging evidence that vaccination against other infectious diseases may provide protection for persons infected with HIV.

May 19, 2014

Adherence with antiretroviral therapy among HIV-infected women was as low as 50% at the time the first fixed-combination, single-dose tablet was introduced.

April 19, 2014

A new study investigates the impact of epidemiologic factors on time trends for AIDS-defining and non–AIDS-defining cancers.

April 18, 2014

The downward trend in incidence parallels increased life expectancy among infected patients stabilized with HAART. However, a new study finds that not all populations are equally affected.

April 17, 2014

A recent study uses results of advanced coronary vessel imaging to compare the presence and extent of subclinical atherosclerosis in HIV-infected and non-infected men.

March 18, 2014

Prevention counseling has been shown to reduce sexual risk-taking among HIV-infected patients. A new study shows, however, that very few of the highest-risk patients receive intervention.

March 17, 2014

Treatment for HIV infection initiated within 3 months of diagnosis can shorten time to viral suppression, a new study finds.

March 13, 2014

We see survivors of breast cancer in primary care practice every day. Here, 8 guideline recommendations to help you ensure their continued health.

February 15, 2014

Hepatocellular carcinoma can develop in HIV/HCV-coinfected patients with a previous sustained virological response with interferon-based therapy. Continued surveillance for HCC with ultrasound examinations in patients with cirrhosis who respond to anti-HCV therapy is recommended.

February 15, 2014

Incomplete adherence with anti-retroviral therapy can be associated with higher levels of residual HIV-1 viremia, according to a new study. Details here.