Project
Runway’s Jack Mackenroth to host Evening of Hope’s
runway.
This year’s Master
of Ceremonies helps Project Inform debut its newest look
as it takes the runway at the fabulous new InterContinental
Hotel in San Francisco. Read
more.
Roche will no longer
develop
new HIV drugs.
The Swiss drug giant, Roche,
recently announced it will no longer develop new HIV treatments,
claiming its decision comes from disappointing expectations
over new drug development that doesn't show substantial improvement
over existing drugs. Read
more.

FDA adds “Black Box”
warning for Cipro.
A special "black box" warning
for a group of antibiotics has been issued by the FDA, which
covers drugs used to treat MAC and TB in people living with
HIV. Read
more.
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HIV
testing:
Taking the next step in California.
Project Inform, along with
several California entities, recently discussed the issues
faced by implementing AB 682, the new HIV testing law enacted
this year, which removed the need to get written consent
for an HIV test in private medical settings. Read
more.

The unfortunate return
of ADAP waiting lists.
AIDS Drug Assistance Program
waiting lists have returned and states are reporting reduction
in primary care and support services. Without significant
increased funding, the situation will get worse. Read
more.
International AIDS Conference converage begins
August 2.
Reporting from Mexico City this year, Project
Inform will provide day-to-day coverage of the latest treatment
information coming out of this bi-annual event. Check www.projectinform.org beginning
August 2 for details. |