District of Columbia HIV/AIDS Requirement for Healthcare Professionals

Course overview

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimates that about 1.2 million people 13 years and older are living with HIV infection in the U.S., including nearly 156,300 who are unaware they are infected. Healthcare providers licensed in the District of Columbia must complete continuing education that addresses the effect of HIV/AIDS on differing populations, pre- and postexposure prophylaxis, and the treatment and monitoring decisions required for the care of this population. This course sets the stage for addressing those requirements in the context of the history of the infection in this country, risk factors for infection, testing and strategies for preventing transmission. In addition, prevention of opportunistic infections and community resources available to patients will be discussed.