Rapid ART: An Essential Strategy to End the HIV Epidemic (Insights from the Field)

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Insights for entities seeking to create or strengthen rapid ART: starting HIV antiretroviral treatment as soon as possible after the diagnosis of HIV infection, preferably on the first clinic visit (and even on the same day as diagnosis). The webinar is part of the support being provided to Ending the HIV Epidemic (EHE) jurisdictions through TAP-in, the HRSA-funded technical assistance and training program. 

Webinar Sections

  • Learning Objectives, Agenda & Panel (0:00)
  • HRSA Commitment to Rapid ART (4:06)
  • About Rapid ART (23:05)
  • Rapid ART in the Field (31:10)
  • How Jurisdictions/Sites Prioritize Rapid ART (31:52)
  • Setting Up Rapid ART (34:48)
    Overview of what's included in a rapid ART program, featuring examples from the field.
    • Testing and Linkage
    • Rapid Champion/Dedicated Rapid Team
    • Workflows
    • Protocols
    • Staff Buy-In and Training
    • Insurance and Medication Access
    • Support for Patients
    • Retention in Care
    • Data to Support Patients & Track Outcomes
    • Quality Improvement

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