Hasan's HIV Test Nov 20, 2009
Hasan Worried About Results of HIV Test - ABC News ... Hasan Was Worried About Results of Recent HIV Test. (ABC News)
Former NV madam leads helps prostitutes Nov 7, 2009
She tells her she's there to assist her and offers her a free HIV test. "I'm not here to tell them to stop. I am about walking the process out with them," Silvey said. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Crime)
Lucrative inventions pit scientists against universities Oct 27, 2009
The latest chapter in the debate came Sept. 30 when Federal Circuit Judge Richard Linn and for the pharmaceutical company Roche in a case over an HIV test patented by Stanford's in the early 1990's ... But Stanford also tried to argue the Bayh-Dole Act also gave it rights to the HIV test. (USA Today -- Tech)
NHIA reviews medicines list Oct 7, 2009
He emphasised that medications for free public health services that were exempted from payment of fees such as childhood immunisations, family planning, in- patient and out-patient treatment of mental illness, treatment of Onchocerciasis, Buruli Ulcer and Trachoma; and confirmatory HIV test on AIDS were not on the list. Dispensing of all prescriptions under the scheme must be carried out by a pharmacist or under the direct supervision of a pharmacist to intervene when necessary, the NHIA... (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Medical costs for inmates rising Oct 5, 2009
Among the services provided were blood sugar tests for diabetics, X-rays, one HIV test, five dentist visits and 82 DNA tests. The jail psychologist met with another 127 inmates during the month. (The Herald-Palladium)
Stanford University Loses Appeal on Patents for HIV Test Oct 2, 2009
Stanford spent a lot of time pursuing a patent case against Roche for its HIV test kits. Unfortunately for the university, it's also spent a lot of time losing. (Law.com)
Things You Dont Know Sep 23, 2009
grace,it proly takes a month to get the HIV test. let alone other tests. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Living)
FDA Approves New HIV Test From Abbott Laboratories Sep 19, 2009
FDA approves Abbott Laboratories' test that screens for HIV types 1 and 2. WASHINGTON September 18, 2009 (AP) The Associated Press. (ABC News -- Wire)
U.S. Medicare may pay for HIV testing Sep 11, 2009
Shares of HIV test maker OraSure Technologies Inc closed up nearly 6 percent on the Nasdaq after the proposal was released while Biorad Laboratories closed up nearly 4 percent on the New York Stock Exchange ... HIV tests have been available in the United States since 1985, but it was not until earlier this year that CMS was allowed by law to consider covering more preventive medical services. (MSNBC -- Health)
Upper East Health Service target 200,000 for HIV Test. Aug 15, 2009
Upper East Health Service target 200,000 for HIV Test. Bolgatanga, Aug 14, GNA - The Upper East Region branch of the Ghana Health Service (GHS) has launched the "know your status HIV/AIDS campaign", targeting over 200,000 people. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
3 women charged with prostitution Jul 6, 2009
A positive result on an HIV test led the victim, now 16, and his mother to report the abuse to police. Although the teen reported three assaults starting when he was 12, the defendant said he had consensual relations with the victim 55 times beginning when he was 9, prosecutors said. (NJ.com -- Times)
Commentary: Simple HIV test can save lives Jun 27, 2009
Put simply, HIV testing saves lives ... Thanks to the HIV test, they could take steps to make sure they and their partners stay that way ... I recently met one young woman who learned about her HIV infection after being diagnosed during routine HIV testing in pregnancy. (CNN -- US)
Quick HIV test developed Jun 1, 2009
WASHINGTON: Scientists have developed an HIV test which they claim works in just 30 minutes and can be performed anywhere in the world -- no laboratory required ... Scientists have developed an HIV test which they claim works in just 30 minutes and can be performed anywhere in the world -- no laboratory required. (India Times, India)
VA establishes toll-free hotline for patients Apr 8, 2009
T h e Ve t e r a n s A f f a i r s Department is investigating whether there's a link between a patient's positive HIV test and unsterilized equipment that may have exposed thousands of veterans to infectious diseases. The positive test was the first reported since the department warned veterans treated at three clinics that they might be at risk. (Havre Daily News, MT)
Scarlett hates her curves Apr 6, 2009
" The 24-year-old star is also frustrated by the unwanted criticism she has faced regarding her sex life. The beauty who married actor Ryan Reynolds last September was branded a "tramp" last year when she admitted to getting tested for HIV twice a year. But the star is adamant she has nothing to be ashamed of. She explained to The Times Style Magazine: "It became, like, she's a tramp, she gets an HIV test ... Like, she's having an HIV test. (iAfrica.com)
Tuberculosis Still Declining in U.S., But at Slower Rate Mar 21, 2009
The analysis of 2008 data also showed that among the 7,652 people with TB who have a known HIV test result, slightly more than 10 percent were confirmed to have HIV.. In addition, the report found that a type of TB that is resistant to at least two important first-line drugs -- isoniazid and rifampin -- accounted for 1. (MEDLINEplus)
Mining company fires protesting workers Mar 11, 2009
According to the mining company's workers they refused to take part in a wellness campaign during which they were allegedly told they would be forced to take an HIV test. The employees boycotted the campaign. (Business Report, South Africa)
Uganda: HIV/Aids- Will Law On Intentional Spread Reduce Infections? Mar 9, 2009
Although her HIV test results were negative, Zubeida believes her husband is evil ... The Bill also criminalises discrimination of HIV-positive individuals and provides legal parameters within which HIV testing and counselling services should be provided. (allAfrica.com)
Praying for a president Feb 26, 2009
Last Updated: 10:15am 26 Feb 2009. 17 27 SPONSORED LINKS. (iAfrica.com)
Confronting the Epidemic Feb 8, 2009
Why an HIV test is one test you can't avoid ... Why an HIV test is one test you can't avoid ... It was around this time eight years ago when I took my first HIV test. (Slate)
Man receives 30 days in rape case (44) Feb 8, 2009
As part of his sentence, Noel will be registered as a sex offender and must take an HIV test. He also will be restricted from having contact with juveniles and the church. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
