In this episode of The Kaleidoscope: Healthcare in a Diverse America From Molecule to Market, Sheila Thorne welcomes guests, Dr. Howard Smith and Dr. Richard Torres, as they share insights from their extensive experience in combating HIV/AIDS. Dr. Smith is a renowned pediatrician with expertise in HIV/AIDS among youth. Dr. Richard Torres is an Infectious Disease Specialist focused on advancing HIV treatments and health equity in marginalized communities.
Tune in to this episode as Dr. Howard Smith and Dr. Richard Torres talk about:
* Evolving HIV Landscape: HIV treatment has dramatically advanced, moving from complex, frequent doses to simplified, highly effective regimens.
* Access and Disparities: Challenges persist in providing equal access to modern HIV therapies, especially among marginalized communities due to limited awareness and systemic barriers.
* Treatment as Prevention: Effective treatment significantly reduces transmission risk, underscoring the need for consistent testing, adherence, and supporting patients with comorbidities.
* Health Equity and Community Engagement: Overcoming systemic barriers and stigma is vital to encourage regular testing, normalize sexual health discussions, and promote healthcare access in marginalized groups.
* Future Goals and Awareness: Ambitious goals aim to reduce new HIV infections and increase testing rates, emphasizing the need for broader healthcare access and heightened awareness campaigns.
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About The Kaleidoscope: Healthcare in a Diverse America From Molecule to Market: Each episode of Sheila Thorne’s The Kaleidoscope podcast highlights leaders and patients of color to discuss culturally linguistically appropriate strategies and services.
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