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HIV inflammation linked to complex motor skill impairment
Findings from recent research underscore the importance of adhering to HIV treatment and taking steps to reduce HIV inflammation. Read More
A biological reason for higher HIV risk with crystal meth use
A small pilot study found that meth use may increase inflammatory activity in the rectal mucosa of both HIV-positive and HIV-negative men. Read More
New findings on inflammation & how it affects people with HIV
A new study finds that inflammation-related health concerns are more often a cause of death for people with HIV than cardiovascular disease, AIDS-related complications, and non-AIDS cancer. Find out more, including what you can do to reduce your risk. Read More
New research shows abnormal immune activation even in very early HIV infection
Findings may help explain why early ART may improve, but fail to fully restore, health and life expectancies of people living with HIV on therapy. Read More
Weight Gain Exacerbates Inflammation in People Living with HIV
For people with HIV, research suggests that weight gain leads to greater levels of inflammation. Read More