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Medication and Adherence

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Roanoke Higher Education Center (RHEC Room 410)
108 North Jefferson Street Suite 201 Roanoke, VA 24016
Starts at: April 26, 2019 12:30pm ET
Ends at: April 26, 2019 4:30pm ET
Free Admission
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Description

  • Define the HIV replication and sites of action for antiretrovirals (ARV's)
  • List ARV's and common side effects
  • Discuss concerns about drug/drug interactions 
  • Describe barriers and facilitators to Adherence 
  • Explore ambivalence through O.A.R.S. 
  • Analyze Case situations

Targeted Populations

A variety of the listed populations will be discussed at this event.

  • Adolescents (ages 13 to 17)
  • Young Adults (ages 18 to 24)
  • Older Adults (ages 50 and over)

Materials

Topics

A variety of the listed topics will be discussed at this event.

  • Adult and adolescent antiretroviral treatment
  • Antiretroviral treatment adherence, including viral load suppression
  • Basic science
  • Retention and/or re-engagement in care
  • Sexually transmitted infections