In 2015, more than 50% of HIV-infected patients in the United States are 50 years of age and older. The health experience for those who have lived with HIV for 20 or more years is different than those newly infected. Long term survivors are now facing aging with HIV, which presents a new set of clinical issues and complications.
Overview of HIV and Aging
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Kathleen Fitch, MSN, FNP
Massachusetts General Hospital
The objectives of this webinar are:
- Distinguish between normal aging and HIV–related health issues
- Describe the common comorbidities that aging PLHIV experience and their corresponding patient needs
- Compare appropriate care models for the aging PLHIV
- Examine the RN and NP roles for aging PLHIV
After watching the entire webinar and successful completing the evaluation, you receive 1.0 CNE or a Certificate of Participation. The link for the evaluation will be posted at the end.
Additional Resources
Golden Compass Program (UCSF)
Comprehensive Geriatric Assessment
HIV-Age.org: A blog seeking to address the unique needs and challenges that older adults of diverse populations living with HIV face as they age.
References
- Guaraldi, Giovanni, and Frank J. Palella Jr. "Clinical implications of aging with HIV infection: perspectives and the future medical care agenda." Aids 31 (2017): S129-S135.
- High, K. P., Brennan-Ing, M., Clifford, D. B., Cohen, M. H., Currier, J., Deeks, S. G., ... & Justice, A. C. (2012). HIV and aging: state of knowledge and areas of critical need for research. A report to the NIH Office of AIDS Research by the HIV and Aging Working Group. Journal of acquired immune deficiency syndromes (1999), 60(Suppl 1), S1-18.
- Justice A, Falutz J. Aging and HIV: An Evolving Understanding. Current opinion in HIV and AIDS. 2014;9(4):291-293. doi:10.1097/COH.0000000000000081.
- Singh, H.K, Del Carmen, T., Freeman, R., Glesby, M., Siegler, E.L. From One Syndrome to Many: Incorporating Geriatric Consultation Into HIV Care. Clinical Infectious Diseases (2017):65 (1 August).
