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HIV in Adolescents and Young Adults

Lesson 2. HIV in Adolescents and Young Adults

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Learning Objective Performance Indicators

Explain current epidemiologic features of HIV in adolescents and young adults in the United States
Discuss factors that increase the risk of adolescents and young adults acquiring HIV
List appropriate antiretroviral regimens for adolescents and young adults
Summarize indications and recommendations for HIV preexposure prophylaxis in adolescents and young adults
Describe approaches for successful transition of young adults with HIV into adult primary care HIV practice settings

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Quick ReferenceHIV in Adolescents and Young Adults Core Concepts

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The National HIV Curriculum is supported by the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) as part of a financial assistance award totaling $1,172,990 with 0% financed with non-governmental sources. The contents are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily represent the official views of, nor an endorsement, by HRSA, HHS, or the U.S. Government. For more information, please visit HRSA.gov. This project is led by the University of Washington Infectious Diseases Education and Assessment (IDEA) Program.

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