Director's Update

Significant Findings: AHRQ's HIV Research Network (HIVRN)

• The process of tracking CD4 counts and meds and reporting this to HIVRN members has significantly increased compliance with National Institutes of Health (NIH) prophylaxis guidelines.
• Cost of care has remained fairly constant over past 3 years even though drug costs have risen slightly.
• HIV-1 incidence is rising in youth (ages 12-24) due to new infections acquired through risk behaviors.

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