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Medscape
7 days ago
- Health
- Medscape
Pediatric-to-Adult HIV Transition Model Shows Mixed Results
TOPLINE: The Adolescent and Young Adult (AYA) Healthcare Transition (HCT) clinic — a pediatric-to-adult HIV care model — achieved a high 1-year retention rate but a suboptimal viral suppression rate despite high engagement in care. Ryan White funding and program adaptability emerged as key strengths, while the region's political climate and HIV stigma remained as major barriers. METHODOLOGY: AYAs with HIV infection transitioning to adult care face challenges such as low retention and poor viral suppression; AYAHCT clinic was designed to address these issues and improve health outcomes in this population. Researchers conducted a mixed-methods analysis to evaluate the design, implementation, and early clinical outcomes of the AYAHCT clinic set up within the Adolescent and Young Adult Health Clinic in the Southeastern US. Quantitative analysis included 18 patients with HIV infection (mean age at first visit, 19.8 years; 78% boys) retrospectively assessed for clinical outcomes including clinic visit attendance, viral suppression, and retention in care. Qualitative analysis included nine semistructured interviews with key stakeholders in pediatric, AYAHCT, and adult HIV clinics to address facilitators of and barriers to clinic implementation. TAKEAWAY: Patients in the AYAHCT clinic averaged 4.4 visits per year, achieved 100% retention in care after 1 year, and had a viral suppression rate of 79.3%. Among the seven patients who transitioned from the AYAHCT clinic to adult care, retention remained high at 85.7%, with viral suppression improved to 96.8%. Key facilitators of clinic implementation included Ryan White funding, strong community connections, positive attitudes among providers and staff, and program adaptability. Major barriers were HIV-related stigma, the region's political climate, clinic workflow challenges, and adverse social determinants of health. IN PRACTICE: 'Our study described an innovative care model to improve AYA retention in HIV care, with future opportunities to improve VL [viral load] suppression,' the authors wrote. SOURCE: This study was led by Nina E. Hill, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, Michigan. It was published online on July 21, 2025, in AIDS Care. LIMITATIONS: This study was limited by its small sample size, affecting the generalizability of the findings. The HIV care model involving both adolescent medicine and HIV specialists may not have been applicable to all settings. Long-term follow-up after transition to the adult HIV clinic was limited. DISCLOSURES: This study was supported by the Vanderbilt Institute for Clinical and Translational Research, Vanderbilt University Medical Center. The authors reported having no potential conflicts of interest. This article was created using several editorial tools, including AI, as part of the process. Human editors reviewed this content before publication.
What's On
01-07-2025
- Entertainment
- What's On
Big value family packages to book this summer - What's On
Looking to keep the whole fam entertained without blowing the budget? Whether you're planning a play packed day indoors or trying to escape the heat, these top value family bundles around Dubai have you covered. Wavehouse Strike it lucky with this fun filled offer at Atlantis' iconic entertainment hub. The Wavehouse family bundle includes a game of bowling, 2 adult meals, 2 kids meals, and 4 soft drinks, all set in a colourful, high-energy venue that the kids (and grown-ups) will love. Location: Wavehouse, Atlantis The Palm Time: Mon to Sun 12pm to 11pm Cost: Dhs495 for 4 available Monday to Thursday Contact: 04 426 2626 @wavehousedubai AYA Universe Take the family on an intergalactic adventure at AYA, WAFI City's mesmerising multimedia playground. With 12 different zones of fully immersive, Instagrammable fun, this family pass gives you entry for four into a vibrant digital world where reality bends and creativity takes flight. Location: AYA Universe, WAFI City Mall Time: Sun to Thurs 10am to 10pm, Fri & Sat 10am to 12am Cost: Dhs399 for 4, one day advance booking required Contact: 04 542 0300 @ayauniverse Ski Dubai Snow much fun! Beat the summer heat with a full day of icy adventures at Ski Dubai. The Summer Family Pass includes unlimited Snow Park rides, chairlift access, and one premium activity – choose from penguin encounters, ziplining, ski lessons or slope access. Bring a jacket and your sense of adventure. Location: Ski Dubai, Mall of the Emirates Time: Mon to Thurs 10am to 11pm, Fri 10am to 12am, Sat & Sun 9am to 12am Cost: Dhs1,300 for 4, ages 2+, advance booking recommended Contact: 04 409 4000 @skidxb Looking for fun indoor things to do this summer? Check out these 63 cool ideas to beat the heat. Images: Instagram > Sign up for FREE to get exclusive updates that you are interested in
Business Insider
24-06-2025
- Business
- Business Insider
Scotiabank Keeps Their Buy Rating on Aya Gold & Silver (AYA)
In a report released today, Ovais Habib from Scotiabank maintained a Buy rating on Aya Gold & Silver (AYA – Research Report), with a price target of C$18.50. The company's shares closed today at C$12.80. Confident Investing Starts Here: Easily unpack a company's performance with TipRanks' new KPI Data for smart investment decisions Receive undervalued, market resilient stocks right to your inbox with TipRanks' Smart Value Newsletter Habib covers the Basic Materials sector, focusing on stocks such as First Majestic Silver, Pan American Silver, and Alamos Gold. According to TipRanks, Habib has an average return of 10.1% and a 52.49% success rate on recommended stocks. Aya Gold & Silver has an analyst consensus of Strong Buy, with a price target consensus of C$20.25, which is a 58.20% upside from current levels. In a report released on June 18, BMO Capital also maintained a Buy rating on the stock with a C$18.00 price target. AYA market cap is currently C$1.79B and has a P/E ratio of -97.52. Based on the recent corporate insider activity of 21 insiders, corporate insider sentiment is positive on the stock. This means that over the past quarter there has been an increase of insiders buying their shares of AYA in relation to earlier this year.
Yahoo
14-05-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Kentucky Family Named National Host Family of the Year for Fostering Global Connection
STAMFORD, Conn., May 14, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Academic Year in America (AYA), a high school exchange program, is proud to name the Edwards family of Trenton, Kentucky, as its 2024-2025 Host Family of the Year. Since hosting their first exchange student in 2022, Joyce and Paul Edwards have made a lasting impact — not only on the students they've welcomed into their home, but on families and students throughout their local area. The Edwards family has hosted four high school exchange students through AYA, most recently Amira, a spring semester student from Malaysia. Amira shares: "My host family is very open-minded and caring. They show interest in my culture by participating in some of my celebrations during my stay here, which allowed me to actually feel the moments of cultural exchange. They also planned all sorts of activities to make sure I got the full experience being an exchange student." Local Coordinator Ashley Frederickson, who supports AYA participants and host families in the Trenton area, praised the Edwards family for their outstanding dedication: "Joyce and Paul have truly been the heart of the AYA exchange community in our area. Whether they've hosted a student for a year, a semester, or just a weekend, they've shown so much love and care to each one. They're always there with support and advice—not just for their own students, but for other host families and students too. The flags that have flown in their front yard, each one representing a student's home country, are such a meaningful reminder of the global family they've created and the lasting impact they've made." AYA is honored to recognize the Edwards family for their compassion, generosity, and commitment to cultural exchange. They exemplify what it means to be an exceptional host family: welcoming, supportive, and deeply engaged in the mission of building cross-cultural understanding. Bring the World to Your Home and Community: Host a High School Exchange Student! AYA is currently seeking host families across the United States for the upcoming school year. Families who open their homes and hearts to international students, like the Edwards family, help shape a more connected and compassionate world. [CTA: Learn More About Hosting with AYA] About Academic Year in America (AYA) AYA is a non-profit organization sponsored by the American Institute For Foreign Study Foundation that facilitates high school exchange programs in the U.S. It is designated by the U.S. Department of State to offer J-1 cultural exchange visas to international high school students. For over 40 years, AYA has helped thousands of international students and U.S. host families participate in high school exchange, allowing them to share their cultures and build lifelong friendships. View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Academic Year in America (AYA) Sign in to access your portfolio
CBS News
03-04-2025
- CBS News
Dallas rabbi arrested for alleged indecency with a child, officials say
A rabbi who served as the director of Jewish Life at a Dallas school has been charged with indecency with a child, officials said. Dallas police arrested 43-year-old Yizhak Meir Sabo and charged him with indecency with a child, sexual contact on Tuesday, April 1. Sabo was employed at the Akiba Yavneh Academy at the time of his arrest. Officials with Akiba Yavneh Academy, a modern Orthodox, co-ed, early childhood through 12th-grade college-preparatory school in Dallas, confirmed Sabo was arrested by Dallas police for indecency with a child. According to AYA, the school found out about the allegations on March 27 and alerted parents, staff and the community that day. AYA said Sabo was placed on administrative leave and law enforcement and Child Protective Services were notified as soon as the school became aware of the allegations. "The allegations were shocking and serious, and the conduct described antithetical to our school's culture and values," AYA said in a statement. The school also said the police "emphasized" that the allegations do not involve any students or staff within the early childhood program or lower school. The school said it is also conducting its own investigation into alleged misconduct. Sabo's bond is listed at $100,000.
