Understanding and Engaging Care in the High-Risk HIV Population
2 Presentations for Dental Professional:
The Epidemiology of HIV and Other Sexually Transmitted Diseases in Washington, DC and Beyond
Learning Objectives:
1. Review epidemiology data on HIV, Chlamydia, Gonorrhea, and Syphilis
2. Define Syndemics
3. Describe the Syndemics role between HIV and Sexually Transmitted Diseases
4. Analyze HIV epidemiology data of Washington DC and the surrounding cities and National data
Engaging HIV Care in the High-Risk Population
Learning Objectives:
1. Explain basic concepts about transgender and gender non-conforming people in order to help healthcare professionals optimize care for their patients.
2. Describe HIV epidemiology among transgender (trans) people in the United States
3. Identify new HIV prevention strategies including PrEP
4. Identify barriers to engagement & retention in HIV Care
Location: Howard University School of Dentistry
Lecture Hall #2
600 W St NW
Washington, DC 20059
Date: Wednesday, October 31, 2018
Time: 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Training Coordinator: Deborah Chin
Email: deborah.chin@howard.edu