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More weight gain in people starting HIV treatment with newer integrase inhibitors or darunavir

A US study has concluded that weight gain is greater by around 2 to 4 kg in HIV-positive people taking bictegravir or dolutegravir as part of their first antiretroviral therapy (ART), compared to their counterparts using other drug regimens. A similar effect was reported in those using the protease inhibitor darunavir. The study led by… Read More »

Visitation to be allowed at Tennessee nursing homes starting next week

Nursing homes and other long-term care facilities in Tennessee can allow some visitation options beginning Monday if facilities can meet certain prerequisites and follow certain guidelines, Gov. Bill Lee announced Wednesday. These types of facilities have accounted for a disproportionate number of COVID-19 deaths in Tennessee and across the country. “From my own family experience,… Read More »