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HIV/AIDS Treatment Communication
Treatment Literacy
A Guide to HIV and AIDS Treatment (2002)
The booklet explains what HIV/AIDS treatment is. It also details the types of antiretroviral drugs, various tests administered to patients (the CD4 test, the viral load test), drug resistance, side-effects, adherence, starting treatment, the best combination, mother to child transmission & pregnancy.
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A night with tina: methamphetamine & HIV (2003)
Part of a series. This factsheet is based on a series of interviews with people with HIV who use methamphetamine (meth). Their stories explore the impact of meth use on their physical and emotional health as well as demonstrate the need to develop non-judgmental support services for those experiencing dependency and its consequences.
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A Practical Guide to Complementary Therapies for People Living With HIV (2004)
"PLHAs are increasingly making health decisions that integrate conventional and complementary approaches. This guide covers a variety of complementary therapies, including ayurvedic medicine, touch therapies, and acupuncture."
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Adherence (2003)
Part of an information series for HIV-positive people. This booklet explains why adherence is important and provides some hints on actions you could take to improve your adherence.
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African Men and Combination Therapy: A Guide on Combination Therapy for African Men with HIV (2003)
"Simply and directly explains how some African men have dealt with combination therapy. Explains HAART, when to start therapy, sticking to it, side effects, fears about disclosure and getting support."
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African Women and Combination Therapy: A Guide on Combination Therapy for African Women with HIV (2003)
"Explains HAART, when to start therapy, sticking to it, side effects, fears about disclosure and getting support, as well as contraception and pregnancy."
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AIDS: know the facts
"Covers what HIV/AIDS is, how to test for HIV, opportunistic infections, ARTs, and PMTCT."
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All I Need to Know About My ARV Therapy
"Tells what questions should be asked of your doctor about ART, side effects, and information you should share with your provider. Also includes a schedule to be filled out for ARTs."
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Anti-HIV drugs (2003)
"Part of an information series for HIV-positive people. This booklet is a starting point for anyone who wants to know about treatments for HIV and AIDS. It provides basic information about the drugs that fight HIV – known as antiretroviral drugs – and deals briefly with dosing, side-effects, drug interactions and drug resistance. "
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Antiretroviral Therapy (ART) (Ghana) (2004)
This booklet provides basic info on ART as well as safer sex and disclosure.
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Antiretroviral Therapy for AIDS
"Explains what HIV is, and when to take ARTs and how they work."
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AntiRetroviral Therapy: Managing the side effects (Booklet) (2004)
This booklet helps patients understand potential side effects from ART and how to manage and/or lessen them.
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AntiRetroviral Therapy: Managing the side effects (Brochure) (2004)
This brochure briefly explains potential side effects of ART and how to address them.
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Are there drugs that can prevent infection after I've been exposed to HIV? A guide to HIV postexposure prophylaxis (PEP) (2002)
"Explains who should take PEP, how it works, side effects, etc."
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Other Languages(s): PDF
ARV – When to Start and With What.
Useful table for clinicians to determine drug selection and dose based on patient viral load. Includes common side effects
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Basic Facts about AntiRetroviral Therapy (ART) (2004)
This booklet helps patients to understand the basic facts about ART and how to live a healthy life while taking ART.
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Basic Facts about HIV and AIDS
"Explains what HIV is, the progression to AIDS and prevention strategies."
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Beat It! Treatment Literacy Series (1999-2000)
This series of 12 videos was designed to inform discussion around the following issues: How much do you know about living with HIV? How able are you to respond to the needs of friends or family members following an HIV diagnosis? Once HIV is inside your body what does it do? What is the immune system and how does HIV destroy it? What diseases affect HIV positive people and how are they treated? What about nutrition, vitamins and sex for HIV+ people? Very importantly, what do South Africa laws say about discrimination and the rights of HIV positive people?
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Boosting your energy (2003)
Part of a series. Lists a number of causes of fatigue and ways to deal with them.
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Clinical Trials (2003)
Part of an information series for HIV-positive people. This booklet answers the questions that people with HIV often ask about clinical trials. It is meant to help you decide whether or not to take part in a particular study, and to help you in discussions with doctors and trial nurses before, and during, the trial.
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Clinical Trials (2003)
Part of a series. Provides information and some questions to ask if you are considering participating in a clinical trial.
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Drug Holidays: One vacation you don't want to take (2003)
"This brochure describes the repercussions of skipping ART doses, how food can affect ART, and how to stay motivated to take your ART."
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Easy to read and remember pamphlets
Two-sided tear sheets, each on a single topic, use cartoons and minimal text to explain the following topics: Starting HIV Drugs; HIV viral load; Working Together-Doctors and Patients; Five Ways to Better Health; Women and HIV; Pregnancy and HIV. Designed to be used in a counseling context.
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Getting started on combination therapy (2003)
Part of a series. This factsheet is for PLHA whose doctor has suggested combination therapy. It describes some lifestyle changes and daily routines that will help PLHA to integrate combination therapy into the way they live.
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Glossary (2003)
"Part of an information series for HIV-positive people. This Glossary explains common medical and scientific words that are used to describe HIV medicine. It has been produced to make information about HIV therapy easier to understand, and in doing so, to help HIV-positive people better understand their treatment options. "
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Healthy Living: A Counseling Guide for Health Workers on Opportunistic Infections Antiretroviral Therapy (ART) and Management of ART Side Effects. (2005)
Essential information on ART, opportunistic infections and managing ART side effects is presented in flipchart, booklet and brochure format. English and Swahili versions of some materials are available. Uses simple illustrations and metaphors to convey ideas. Material Components: ART Basics Booklet ART Basics Brochure ART Basics Flip Chart Opportunistic Infections Booklet Opportunistic Infections Brochure Opportunistic Infections Flip Chart Managing ART Side Effects Booklet Managing ART Side Effects Brochure Managing ART Side Effects Flip Chart
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HIV & Children (2005)
Part of a series of information booklets for people with HIV. This booklet is intended for the parents and carers of HIV-positive children under twelve. It looks at how babies and children may be affected by HIV and anti-HIV treatment, gives advice about living with HIV and lists organizations that offer support and specialist information.
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HIV & hepatitis (2003)
"Part of an information series for HIV-positive people. This booklet is aimed at people with HIV who also have hepatitis B or hepatitis C, viruses which can cause serious disease of the liver. "
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HIV & Sex (2004)
Part of an information series for HIV-positive people. This booklet is an introduction to sexual health for people with HIV. It explains why sexual health is important and the steps you can take to protect your own and other people's sexual health. It provides a brief introduction to common sexually transmitted infections (STIs) and their potential health implications. Reinfection (or superinfection) and sexual problems are also covered
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HIV & TB (2004)
"Part of an information series for HIV-positive people. This booklet provides introductory information about tuberculosis (TB), the leading cause of AIDS deaths around the world. It includes information on the disease TB, why people with HIV can be more vulnerable to TB, how TB can be treated and prevented, and on interactions between anti-TB and anti-HIV drugs. "
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HIV & women (2005)
Part of an information series for HIV-positive people. This booklet is intended to answer some of the most commonly asked questions about HIV infection in women. It outlines how HIV affects women and the effectiveness of anti-HIV treatment in women. Information on HIV and pregnancy is also included. The booklet also provides information on the day-to-day issues involved in living with HIV.
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HIV and Its Treatment: What Should You Know: Health Information for Patients (2005)
These fact sheets are intended for use by people recently diagnosed with HIV infection or those who are considering starting HIV treatment.
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HIV and your mouth (2003)
Part of a series. Explains how HIV may affect the oral environment and what PLHA can do to promote oral health.
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HIV therapy (2003)
Part of an information series for HIV-positive people. This booklet has been written to help you decide what questions to ask your doctor about any course of treatment you might be considering.
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HIV Treatment
"Describes HIV, CD4 cell count, viral load, treatment basics, how drugs work, an having a positive outlook."
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How HIV Works in Your Body (2003)
It's easier to stay on your therapy if you know how it works. How does the virus multiply? How do the drugs you take help fight the virus? Here are answers to these questions to help you better understand what is really going on with your virus and your drug therapy.
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How to find the right HIV combo for you (2004)
This booklet explains what a HIV drug combo is and what types of questions you should ask your provider about potential combos.
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I want to return to work (2003)
Part of a series. This factsheet explored some of the issues facing people considering a return to work and aims to provide practical information and advice.
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Lipodystrophy (2003)
"Part of an information series for HIV-positive people. This booklet covers two problems that you may experience when taking combination therapy: changes in body fat and changes in your metabolism, also known as lipodystrophy. The booklet looks at what may cause or contribute to these changes, what the long-term consequences might be, and what can be done to treat these problems. The first part covers body fat changes and the second part covers metabolic changes, but the two problems often occur together."
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Living with body shape change (2003)
Part of a series. Explains how lipidystrophy is experienced and dealt with by some people.
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Living with HIV: Feelings (2002)
"Part of a series. Provides information on how to respect feelings, deal with stress, and get support."
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Living with HIV: managing HIV (2002)
"Part of a series. Explains basic information about HIV, how ART works, and what to expect from treatment."
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Living with HIV: Sex (2002)
Part of a series. Provides information on safer sex options and how to talk with a sexual partner.
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Living with HIV: Staying healthy (2002)
"Part of a series. Provides suggestions on how to eat well, stay active, and avoid infections."
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Living with HIV: treatment options (2002)
"Part of a series. Provides information on kinds of treatment, drug trials, and the importance of treatment."
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Living with HIV: your treatment plan (2002)
Part of a series. Provides information on combo treatments, choosing the best treatment, and ART resistance.
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Managing Common Side Effects (2001)
Tips to help you manage the most common side effects of HIV therapy.
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Other Languages(s): PDF
Managing side effects: efavirenz (2003)
"Part of a series. This factsheet focuses on the most common side effects if efavirenz, and includes people's personal stories explaining how they dealt with them."
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Managing Your Meds to Fit You (2002)
This is meant to be used before you start treatment for HIV or switch to a new treatment plan. Includes a survey to complete and discuss with your doctor.
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Nutrition (2005)
"Part of an information series for HIV-positive people. This booklet is intended to answer some of the most commonly asked questions about food, nutrition and HIV infection. It outlines how to eat well if you are HIV-positive and the sort of foods you should eat to keep well if you experience changes in your metabolism whilst taking anti-HIV medication. Information on the sort of food you need to eat to maximize absorption of anti-HIV drugs is included. It also gives advice on how to prevent weight loss and food-borne infections."
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Patient Fact Sheets (Various)
"Information is organized into four categories: 1) Antiretroviral and immune-based therapies; 2) Complications (OI, side effects); 3) Diagnostic tests; 4) Fact sheets by organization. Over a dozen well-respected organizations are represented. Reading levels and languages noted."
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Positive pregnancy (2003)
"Part of a series. Describes the PMTCT options available to pregnant HIV positive women. Also explains how pregnancy will affect health, how HIV may affect the pregnancy, and the best time to become pregnant."
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Project Inform fact sheets (2004)
"Includes a variety of fact sheets and other informational material for PLHA. Topics include deciding on what ART to use, opportunistic infections, and positive prevention."
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Resistance (2003)
"Part of an information series for HIV-positive people. If you're HIV-positive and you're taking, or thinking about starting treatment for HIV, you'll need to know about drug resistance.By learning about resistance and what can reduce the risk of it developing, you will increase your chances of getting the most out of your HIV treatment. This booklet has been written to help you decide what questions to ask your doctor about any course of treatment you might be considering"
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Stop & Think: Choosing your first treatment regimen (2003)
"Gives information to help PLHA and their providers to prepare for the future, including information on resistance, basics of ARTs, and special considerations for women of childbearing age."
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TAC Booklet – HIV in Our Lives (2001)
A collection of client fact sheet on topics related to ARV treatment (OI, depression, adherence, etc.) Written for PLWHA, supportive, conversational tone, simple illustrations help.
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Talking, Living, Connecting: Managing HIV (2003)
This guide helps you to choose a healthcare provider, talk with your provider about HIV, make decisions about when to start ART, work with your provider on a treatment plan, and keep in mind things that you can do for yourself.
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The AIDSinfo Drug Database
The AIDSinfo Drug Database provides HIV/AIDS drug fact sheets describing the drug's use, pharmacology, side effects, and other information. The database includes: Approved and investigational HIV/AIDS drugs, Non-technical, technical, and Spanish versions of each fact sheet
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The Canadian AIDS Treatment Information Exchange (CATIE) (Various)
A national, non-profit organization committed to improving the health and quality of life of all Canadians living with HIV/AIDS. CATIE provides treatment information not only for people living with the virus but also for their families, care providers, AIDS Service Organizations and Health Care Intermediaries . It does so through a comprehensive web site, three electronic mailing lists, various print publications and a bilingual, toll-free phone service.
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The dynamics of disclosure (2003)
Part of a series. This factsheet came out of a larger project looking at newly diagnosed HIV positive gay men and peer networks. It addresses the role of HIV positive peers in working out attitudes towards disclosure and how this reflects the principle that we can learn a lot from listening to and thinking about each other's experiences.
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Treatment and Care website (2004)
Information on anti-HIV drugs, including descriptions of the different classes of drug, starting, changing and interrupting therapy, resistance, adherence, side-effects, and issues surrounding pregnancy, children and resource-limited settings.
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Treatment Preparedness (Various)
Various treatment preparedness materials, put together by a materials working group (ARV, OI, Immunology and HIV life cycle, PMTCT, global context and advocacy). This group came together as follow-up to the Treatment Preparedness Summit in South Africa, in 2003. This website is the first step in a process of assessing treatment information needs in different regions, countries and communities. Materials were selected for inclusion based on quality, style, language and clarity.
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Viral load & CD4 (2003)
"Part of an information series for HIV-positive people. This booklet focuses on blood tests called viral load and CD4 counts. These tests are crucial in helping you decide when to start treatment, and to monitor the effects of your treatment. "
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What Have You Heard About Starting HIV Therapy? (2003)
Here are 10 myths about HIV medicines that you may have heard or read and the facts to help you make the best decision for yourself.
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Other Languages(s): PDF
What You Need to Know about AntiRetroviral Therapy (2004)
This booklet provides basic info on ART as well as safe sex and testing.
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What You Need to Know about ART Side Effects (2004)
This brochure briefly explains potential side effects of ART and how to address them.
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