Ron Rosenes on Community Engagement with HIV Research
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James Lavery Reviews Models of Science Communication
*+-Descriptive Transcript music // The title card reads Back to Basic Toronto, 2014. Dr. James Lavery. The single biggest problem in HIV science communication. James Lavery stands alone on the main stage of the Back to Basic conference and addresses the audience. An on-screen graphic identifies his affiliation with St. Michael’s Hospital and the Dalla
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Treatment barriers and best practices for newcomers living with HIV/HCV
*+-What barriers do newcomers living with HIV and/or hepatitis C in Canada face accessing treatment services and what are the best practices to overcome those barriers? Minority groups, including newcomers, are disproportionately affected by HIV and hepatitis C (HCV) due to social and economic factors that increase their vulnerability to infection. Newcomers living with HIV or HCV not only face barriers to treatment…
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HCV reinfection rates among people who use drugs
*+-What is the rate of reinfection with the hepatitis C virus (HCV) among people who use drugs who have been treated successfully or who have spontaneously cleared the virus? HCV affects people differently. Some are able to spontaneously clear the virus on their own; others develop chronic HCV infection that affects their health and requires treatment.…
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Telemedicine and HIV health care
*+-What is the state of the art in telemedicine today? What is the state of the art in HIV health care provision through media and distant medical technologies? Telemedicine models range from simple telephone consultations (1;2) to complete “virtual hospitals” offering a full range of home care for people living with HIV. Telemedicine has been well received…
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Back to Basic Resources Online Now
*+-If you are registered to attend the Back to Basic Conference, or simply curious about what we’ve got planned, we invite you to peruse the new resources site, which includes the video below – Sandra Gardner’s presentation “How researchers can better communicate results of scientific studies.” This is what the conference is all about: How can
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Four new additions to the OHTN Board of Directors
*+-The OHTN is proud to introduce the four newest members of our Board of Directors, each of whom brings to the table unique and important experiences and competencies. Colin Kovacs: Colin is a family physician living in Toronto and practicing at the Maple Leaf Medical Clinic. Colin has over 20 years of experience in HIV/AIDS and
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