The effect of alcohol consumption on ART adherence and sexual risk behaviours among men who have sex with men
Questions
- What is the impact of alcohol use/binge drinking on antiretroviral adherence, sexual risk behaviours and overall health in men who have sex with men?
- What effective interventions address alcohol use/binge drinking among men who have sex with
Paul Shuper
OHTN CIHR New Investigator
Dr. Paul Shuper studies how the consumption of alcohol impacts HIV prevention- and treatment-related outcomes, particularly among populations of men who have sex with men. His work entails a variety of methodological approaches, including community-based studies, …
World Pride Sex Drugs and Alcohol Survey
Research Team: Paul Shuper (principal investigator), Duncan MacLachlan, John Maxwell, Tim Guimond, Barry Adam
What is this research about?
Toronto’s hosting of World Pride Celebrations in 2014 was an unprecedented opportunity to survey a large group of gay, bisexual and …
Engaging law enforcement in harm reduction programs for people who inject drugs
Questions
- What are the best ways of engaging law enforcement agencies in harm reduction programs for people who inject drugs?
Key take-home messages
- Injection drug use is a major contributor to the spread of HIV and Hepatitis C
Claire Kendall
OHTN CIHR New Investigator
Claire Kendall’s research focuses on comprehensive disease management for people living with HIV. Research has shown that chronic diseases are most effectively and economically managed in well-supported primary care settings. Her research aims to generate data …