Posted On: Monday, March 3rd, 2014
The Next Generation This year, Sex Now is probing the range of experiences that end up affecting health in various ways through several generations of gay and bisexual men. As you might already realize, your current health status is rooted in your personal slice of history. Join thousands of others across Canada and help us… Read more »
Posted On: Wednesday, February 19th, 2014
The introduction of antiretroviral treatment (ART, also known as highly active antiretroviral therapy or HAART) in 1996 was a significant moment in the response to HIV. Successful antiretroviral treatment can suppress HIV replication in the body and lower the viral load (amount of virus) in a person’s bodily fluids to undetectable levels. While research has… Read more »
Posted On: Monday, February 17th, 2014
The sixth workshop in the 2013-2014 series of free open discussion forums for people living with HIV hosted by the AIDS Committee of Toronto (ACT) is on evolving issues for participants in HIV research. It will focus on The changing scope of biomedical research issues Questions to consider as a researcher and as a participant… Read more »
Posted On: Thursday, February 13th, 2014
Join us as we engage in an evening of dialogue and debate focused on eliminating the stigma and discrimination fueling the HIV/AIDS pandemic. This Cafe Scientifique is free, but RSVP is required.
Posted On: Thursday, February 6th, 2014
The Canadian AIDS Society has launched a survey to gather information about rural and remote HIV services. The purpose of this survey is to learn more about the needs of agencies, organizations and programs that deliver HIV/AIDS services to people living in rural and remote regions of Canada. They hope that the insights gleaned from… Read more »
Posted On: Friday, January 24th, 2014
Original posted on CATIE. Top 10 HIV and Hep C Research News from 2013 What were the most notable HIV and hepatitis C research stories from 2013? We’ve listed the top 10 stories from CATIE News below. 1. New evidence-based approaches to HIV and hepatitis C From national guidelines for HIV testing to best… Read more »
Posted On: Thursday, January 23rd, 2014
The Canadian Institutes for Health Research (CIHR) funds much of the HIV/AIDS related research in Canada, including community based research. Below is a list of upcoming opportunities related to HIV/AIDS. Please visit the CIHR website for a full list of opportunities as some projects may also be able to apply for different funds. Operating Grant:… Read more »
Posted On: Friday, January 17th, 2014
Interior Health and in partnership, with ANKORS, Living Positive Resource Centre-Okanagan and the ASK Wellness Society are seeking direction and information from individuals living with HIV/AIDS within the Interior of BC. The results of this assessment will deliver recommendations from peers, stake holders and support program service workers about how to implement… Read more »
Posted On: Monday, January 13th, 2014
Catherine Worthington, Ph.D., is a faculty member in the School of Public Health and Social Policy at the University of Victoria Faculty of Human and Social Development. She has expertise in program evaluation, survey methods, and qualitative methods. Cathy has a long history of collaboration with HIV communities in conducting community-based and participatory research. As… Read more »
Posted On: Monday, January 13th, 2014
JOB DESCRIPTION JOB TITLE: Peer Research Associate (PRA) (*Up to 2 Positions Available*) JOB DEFINITION: PRAs are women living with HIV who are hired and trained as researchers on our core study team, and who have experiences and identities in common with the study participants that they will recruit and interview…. Read more »
Posted On: Tuesday, January 7th, 2014
The Community Advisory Committee (CAC) was created in 1992 to provide formal community input to the CIHR Canadian HIV Trials Network (CTN) regarding clinical research. Members review clinical trial proposals and informed consents and make recommendations to CTN’s Steering Committee. The CAC meets at least once yearly in person and up to four times yearly… Read more »
Posted On: Thursday, January 2nd, 2014
Guest Blog Post by Janet Madsen, Positive Women’s Network I recently went to a café scientifique (a panel of speakers and discussion) called “Employing Peer-Based Research Associates: Are We Providing Enough Support?” Five speakers presented their experiences on peer-based research projects. Three self-disclosed peer research associates – Chuck, Jonathan, and Shelly – and two lead… Read more »
