Episode 5 - An In-depth Discussion on Syphilis With Dr Meredith Clement, Associate Professor at Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center. This special episode was recorded live from the 2023 Ryan White HIV/AIDS Program CLINICAL CONFERENCE in Portland, OR, on December 4th, 2023.

In this special episode of Going anti-Viral, recorded live from the 2023 Ryan White HIV/AIDS Program CLINICAL CONFERENCE in Portland, OR, Dr Michael Saag speaks with Dr Meredith Clement, Associate Professor at Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center. They discuss the history and increasing prevalence of syphilis, the contributing factors to its resurgence, and its various stages. Dr Clement also highlights the current challenges in syphilis treatment, such as medication shortages and the need for rigorous screenings during prenatal care.

00:08 Introduction and Welcome
00:57 Discussing the History and Prevalence of Syphilis
01:40 Understanding the Decline of Syphilis in the 1990s
02:21 Current State of Syphilis Cases and Demographics
03:29 Challenges in Prenatal Care and Congenital Syphilis
07:05 Understanding the Stages of Syphilis
09:47 Diagnosis and Testing for Syphilis
13:53 Treatment Options for Syphilis
15:53 Challenges and Future Directions in Syphilis Treatment
22:41 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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Produced by IAS-USA, Going anti–Viral is a podcast for clinicians involved in research and care in HIV, its complications, and other viral infections. This podcast is intended as a technical source of information for specialists in this field, but anyone listening will enjoy learning more about the state of modern medicine around viral infections.

Going anti-Viral’s host is Dr Michael Saag, a physician, prominent HIV researcher at the University of Alabama at Birmingham, and volunteer IAS–USA board member. In most episodes, Dr Saag interviews an expert in infectious diseases or emerging pandemics about their area of specialty and current developments in the field. Other episodes are drawn from the IAS–USA vast catalogue of panel discussions, Dialogues, and other audio from various meetings and conferences.

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Episode 4 - A Deep Dive Into Vaccine Development With Dr Richard Koup, Deputy Director Chief, Immunology Laboratory Vaccine Research Center, NIAID, NIH. This special episode was recorded live from the 2023 Ryan White CLINICAL CONFERENCE in Portland, OR, December 2nd, 2023

In this special episode of Going anti-Viral, recorded live from the 2023 Ryan White CLINICAL CONFERENCE in Portland, OR, we explore the challenges and progress in developing vaccines for HIV and COVID-19. Dr Saag discusses with Dr Richard Koup, Deputy Director Chief, Immunology Laboratory Vaccine Research Center, NIAID, NIH, about vaccine development for HIV and its associated challenges and how pre-existing knowledge of similar viruses expedited COVID-19 vaccine development. The conversation also touches upon cellular immunity, broadly neutralizing antibodies, and the potential future of HIV vaccine development.

00:08 Introduction and Welcome
00:44 Interview with Dr Richard Koup
01:05 The History of HIV Vaccine Development
02:26 The Challenges of HIV Vaccine Development
06:33 The Role of Broadly Neutralizing Antibodies in HIV Vaccine Development
14:30 The Potential of Cellular Immunity in HIV Vaccine Development
16:08 The Miraculous Development of the COVID-19 Vaccine
26:37 The Future of HIV Vaccine Development
28:13 Conclusion and Closing Remarks

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Produced by IAS-USA, Going anti–Viral is a podcast for clinicians involved in research and care in HIV, its complications, and other viral infections. This podcast is intended as a technical source of information for specialists in this field, but anyone listening will enjoy learning more about the state of modern medicine around viral infections.

Going anti-Viral’s host is Dr Michael Saag, a physician, prominent HIV researcher at the University of Alabama at Birmingham, and volunteer IAS–USA board member. In most episodes, Dr Saag interviews an expert in infectious diseases or emerging pandemics about their area of specialty and current developments in the field. Other episodes are drawn from the IAS–USA vast catalogue of panel discussions, Dialogues, and other audio from various meetings and conferences.

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Episode 3 - Latest Update on Emerging And Reemerging Urgent Viral Outbreaks, Including COVID-19, MPOX, And Flu. October 2023  

In today's episode of Going anti-Viral, we present a recent dialogue from October 19th, 2023, with special guest Katelyn K. Jetelina, MPH, PhD. Dr Jetelina is an epidemiologist, data scientist, and author of the popular newsletter "Your Local Epidemiologist (YLE)". 

She joined moderator Paul Volberding, MD, and discussants Peter Chin-Hong, MD, and Carlos del Rio, MD, for a lively discussion on the latest hot-button issues in the field of infectious diseases.

Key conversations focus on the state of the COVID-19 pandemic, the role of vaccines and the growing issues related to insufficient data when tracking and treating viral infections. The discussion further extends to examine the political backlash that threatens institutional trust, pushing for a stronger approach that involves community-based contributions to conquering infectious diseases.

00:08 Introduction and Guest Presentation

01:16 Guest Introductions and Backgrounds

04:48 Discussion on Current Infectious Disease Trends

09:14 The Role of Data in Tracking Disease Trends

12:30 The Politics of Public Health Data

16:41 The Impact of Politics on Vaccination

16:54 Vaccination Discussion: COVID-19, Influenza, and RSV

26:20 Influenza Season Discussion

28:24 Discussion on Vaccination Coverage and Data Collection

30:30 The Importance of Vaccination Timing and Convenience

31:33 Understanding RSV in Adults and Its Diagnosis

32:28 The Importance of Testing and the Impact of COVID-19 on Testing Practices

33:13 The Challenge of Distinguishing Between Different Respiratory Infections

34:27 Discussion on Influenza Vaccines and Their Effectiveness

36:08 The Importance of Vaccination and Addressing Vaccine Hesitancy

43:55 The Future of Vaccines

09:10 Addressing the Challenges of Misinformation and Trust in Public Health

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Produced by IAS-USA, Going anti–Viral is a podcast for clinicians involved in research and care in HIV, its complications, and other viral infections. This podcast is intended as a technical source of information for specialists in this field, but anyone listening will enjoy learning more about the state of modern medicine around viral infections.

Going anti-Viral’s host is Dr Michael Saag, a physician, prominent HIV researcher at the University of Alabama at Birmingham, and volunteer IAS–USA board member. In most episodes, Dr Saag interviews an expert in infectious diseases or emerging pandemics about their area of specialty and current developments in the field. Other episodes are drawn from the IAS–USA vast catalogue of panel discussions, Dialogues, and other audio from various meetings and conferences.

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Episode 2 - Latest Update on Urgent Virus Outbreaks, August 2023 Dialogue on Urgent Viral Diseases    

 This episode of Going anti-Viral features an IAS–USA Dialogue titled "Latest Update on Urgent Virus Outbreaks," which is a panel discussion held on August 1, 2023. 

Dr Paul A. Volberding from the University of California San Francisco serves as the moderator and welcomes three distinguished panelists: Dr Carlos del Rio from Emory University, Yvonne Maldonado from Stanford University and Dr Michael Saag from the University of Alabama Birmingham. discuss recent developments in COVID-19, MPOX, RSV, and HIV. This includes the the paradigm-shifting results of the REPRIEVE study, current hurdles in COVID-19 vaccination and antiviral treatment, and trends in RSV and MPOX. They also discuss the overall impact of COVID-19 on education and child development.

 00:08 Introduction and Panel Discussion Overview
 01:56 Discussion on the REPRIEVE Study
 05:59 COVID-19 Updates and Vaccination Challenges
 13:35 The Role of Antivirals in COVID-19 Treatment
 20:39 Future of COVID-19 Vaccines and Age Group Considerations
 27:20 The Importance of Transparency

28:18 The Need for Open Discussions on COVID-19 Vaccines
 29:47 The Existential Threat to Science-Based Medicine
 31:49 The Challenge of Testing for RSV
 33:11 The Potential Impact of RSV Vaccines
 36:45 The Ongoing Struggle with Long COVID-19
 42:46 The Increasing Cases of MPOX
 48:27 The Tragic Impact of the Pandemic on Education
 53:42 The Importance of In-Person Interactions
 54:10 Closing Remarks
 

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Produced by IAS-USA, Going anti–Viral is a podcast for clinicians involved in research and care in HIV, its complications, and other viral infections. This podcast is intended as a technical source of information for specialists in this field, but anyone listening will enjoy learning more about the state of modern medicine around viral infections.

Going anti-Viral’s host is Dr Michael Saag, a physician, prominent HIV researcher at the University of Alabama at Birmingham, and volunteer IAS–USA board member. In most episodes, Dr Saag interviews an expert in infectious diseases or emerging pandemics about their area of specialty and current developments in the field. Other episodes are drawn from the IAS–USA vast catalogue of panel discussions, Dialogues, and other audio from various meetings and conferences.

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Episode 1 - 40 Years Later: Looking Back at the Beginning of the HIV/AIDS Epidemic

In this episode of Going anti-Viral, we revisit a panel discussion titled "40 Years Later: Looking Back at the Beginning of the HIV/AIDS Epidemic," sponsored by the IAS–USA. 

Dr Gerald Friedland moderates a panel of key medical figures who served at the frontlines of the HIV/AIDS epidemic during its early years. The panel, consisting of Dr Kathryn Anastos, Dr Donna Futterman, Dr Sheldon Landesman, and Dr Fred Valentine discusses their experiences, the systemic responses, and the stigma associated with the disease. They contemplate on how the lessons learned from HIV are relevant to the current COVID-19 pandemic and the potential pandemics that may come in the future.

The discussion took place on June 13, 2022, at the Scott M. Hammer Annual Update on HIV Management in New York City.

00:00 Introduction and Overview of the Podcast

00:37 Panel Discussion: Reflecting on the Early Days of the HIV Epidemic

01:20 Panelists Share Their Personal Experiences and Challenges

02:29 The Impact of HIV on Medical Professionals and Their Careers

03:01 The Spread of HIV in Different New York City Boroughs

03:45 Panelists' Current Roles and Their Initial Encounters with HIV

06:01 The Struggle with Internalized Homophobia in HIV Patients

06:26 The Evolution of HIV Treatment and the Reaction of Medical Providers

07:44 The Emotional Impact of the HIV Epidemic

20:06 The Challenges of Creating a System of Care for HIV Patients

21:23 The Stigma and Misunderstandings Surrounding HIV

40:29 The Role of Activism in the Fight Against HIV

41:35 Institutional Responses to the HIV Epidemic

43:21 Challenges in Pediatric Care for HIV Patients

44:10 Stigma and Discrimination in Healthcare

44:47 International Efforts in HIV Testing

47:01 Safety Measures in HIV Research Labs

48:43 Health and Hospitals Corporation's Role in HIV Care

50:01 The Impact of HIV on Medical Education and Training

54:11 The Role of Activism in the HIV/AIDS Response

55:40 Lessons from HIV for Future Pandemics

57:16 The Response of the Medical Community to HIV

58:21 The Importance of Addressing Social Determinants of Health

01:00:08 The Future of HIV Research and Care

01:06:34 Closing Remarks and Reflections

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Produced by IAS-USA, Going anti–Viral is a podcast for clinicians involved in research and care in HIV, its complications, and other viral infections. This podcast is intended as a technical source of information for specialists in this field, but anyone listening will enjoy learning more about the state of modern medicine around viral infections.

Going anti-Viral’s host is Dr Michael Saag, a physician, prominent HIV researcher at the University of Alabama at Birmingham, and volunteer IAS–USA board member. In most episodes, Dr Saag interviews an expert in infectious diseases or emerging pandemics about their area of specialty and current developments in the field. Other episodes are drawn from the IAS–USA vast catalogue of panel discussions, Dialogues, and other audio from various meetings and conferences.

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Introducing Going anti-Viral, the podcast of the IAS–USA, a professional continuing medical education organization focused on HIV and other viral diseases. I’m Dr Michael Saag, professor emeritus of medicine and infectious diseases at the University of Alabama at Birmingham and volunteer member of the IAS–USA Board of Directors.  
Join us as we interview experts in viral medicine about their area of specialty and current developments in the field. Other episodes are drawn from the IAS-USA vast catalogue of panel discussions, Dialogues, and various meetings and conferences.  
Going anti-Viral is a podcast series for clinicians, produced by the International Antiviral Society–USA. The IAS–USA is a not-for-profit professional organization committed to improving the treatment, care, and quality of life for people with or at risk for HIV or other viral infections and their complications through balanced education and information. This podcast is intended as a technical source of information for specialists in this field, but we hope anyone listening will enjoy learning more about the state of modern medicine around viral infections and their consequences.

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Produced by IAS-USA, Going anti–Viral is a podcast for clinicians involved in research and care in HIV, its complications, and other viral infections. This podcast is intended as a technical source of information for specialists in this field, but anyone listening will enjoy learning more about the state of modern medicine around viral infections.

Going anti-Viral’s host is Dr Michael Saag, a physician, prominent HIV researcher at the University of Alabama at Birmingham, and volunteer IAS–USA board member. In most episodes, Dr Saag interviews an expert in infectious diseases or emerging pandemics about their area of specialty and current developments in the field. Other episodes are drawn from the IAS–USA vast catalogue of panel discussions, Dialogues, and other audio from various meetings and conferences.

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