2023 INTEREST Conference
The Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation (EGPAF) is participating in 2023 INTEREST Conference, the premier scientific conference for HIV in Africa. INTEREST aims to “foster building a community of African physicians and scientists to facilitate the implementation of local solutions for the management of patients living with HIV-1 infection and for the prevention of HIV transmission.”, EGPAF is excited to have some of it’s leading researchers, implementors, and leaders in attendance to share key findings, learn from our peers, and engage with our partners.
This year’s conference will feature findings on treatment failure, multi-month dispensing, pediatric HIV testing, care and treatment, PMTCT, and psychosocial support for peers and caregivers.
EGPAF’s Presentations
Acceptability, Feasibility, and Effectiveness of Transitioning to 6 Monthly Multi-Month Dispensing of Antiretroviral Therapy to People Living with HIV in the COVID-19 Era in Malawi
Oral Abstract Presentation on 10 May
Lead Author: Rachel Kanyenda
Early effect of transitioning children to dolutegravir-based regimens on viral load suppression in Malawi
Mini Oral Abstract Presentation III on 11 May
Lead Author: Lucky Maonokaya
Antiretroviral Treatment Failure and Associated Risk Factors Among People Living With HIV After Transition to a First-Line, Dolutegravir-Based Treatment in Gaza Province, Mozambique
Poster
Lead Author: Nilesh Bhatt
Consistency of Multi-Month Antiretroviral Therapy Dispensing and Association With Viral Load Coverage and Suppression Among Pediatric Clients in Mozambique
Poster
Lead Author: Lauren Greenberg
Improving PrEP uptake among pregnant and lactating women: Change interventions and results from a quality improvement collaborative project in Hhohho and Shiselweni, Eswatini
Poster
Lead Author: Gama Ntokozo
A FRIEND IN NEED: Caring for the Carer; Psychosocial Support and ongoing Leadership Development for Peers providing Peer to Peer support to improve Viral Load Suppression at 20 HIV clinics in Southwestern Uganda
E-Poster
Lead Authors: Cosima Lens and Happy Betty Paul
Virological Outcomes and Associated Factors Among Young Children Living With HIV Newly Initiating or Switching to Pediatric Dolutegravir in Southern Mozambique
Abstract Book
Lead Author: Ivete Meque
Assessing Gaps and Attrition Along the PMTCT Cascade in 10 Health Facilities in Southern Mozambican Province of Gaza
Abstract Book
Lead Author: Ivete Meque
