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Use of TAF associated with increased risks within 2 years versus TDF, retrospective study finds

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An unusual manifestation of cerebral toxoplasmosis

Researchers call study "practice changing," although outside experts urge caution

All donors did well after nephrectomies, and all recipients continue to have functioning kidneys

Innate immune system differences in early life may be the key, researcher says

Greater risk for mpox hospitalization, death in immunosuppressed people living with HIV

Mortality rates among hospitalized patients were 20% versus 10% for people without HIV

But this case is unique, researchers say

Reduction in MACE did not come with serious adverse events

"These data provide a powerful opportunity to destigmatize HIV," researchers say

Cabotegravir wins by a mile to prevent HIV infection

Voluntary medical procedure offers another option for prevention