This is an in person event only. Registration is required to attend, space is limited. Lunch will be provided please email abrichards@hsc.wvu.edu with any food allergies or dietary restrictions ASAP. Lunch and attendance will be submitted to event space staff on 5/12/24. Anyone after that, we cannot guarantee food or space.
Objectives:
- Explain the unique healthcare needs of older adults
- Explore the social, cultural and environmental factors that play a role in the aging of older adults
- Explain HIV transmission, symptoms and stages of disease process.
- Describe West Virginia HIV epidemiology.
- Explain current HIV prevention methods.
- To explore the unique challenges faced by aging individuals living with HIV.
- To examine the intersectionality of HIV and aging, considering unique factors to people living with HIV.
- To discuss the physiological changes associated with aging in HIV-positive individuals and their implications for disease management and treatment.
