HIV and Treatment Options in Mississippi

This episode provides information on HIV in the state of Mississippi and current treatment options. Joining us today are Dr. Paul Byers, Dr. Thomas Dobbs, and Dr. Ben Brock. Dr. Byers is the former State Epidemiologist with the Mississippi State Department of Health and currently working at the University of Mississippi Medical Center in Preventive Medicine in the School of Population Health. Dr. Dobbs is the former State Health Officer and the Dean of the John D. Bower School of Population Health at the University of Mississippi Medical Center. Dr. Brock is an Associate Professor of Medicine in Infectious Diseases at the University of Mississippi Medical Center. Accreditation Statement: This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the Essential Areas and Policies of the Accreditation Council or Continuing Medical Education through the joint providership of the Mississippi State Medical Association and The Mississippi State Department of Health. The Mississippi State Medical Association is accredited by the Accreditation Council or Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians. The MSMA designates this enduring activity for a maximum of .5. AMA PRA Category 1 Credit (s)™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Objectives: Understand the epidemiology of HIV in Mississippi Identify the current statistics and trends to HIV prevalence and incidence in Mississippi. Describe the antiretroviral therapy options available for people living with HIV in Mississippi. Examine the role of healthcare providers and specialized clinics in offering HIV treatment and care. Analyze the barriers to accessing HIV care in Mississippi Identify state-run programs aimed at improving HIV care, prevention and education in Mississippi. To claim your CME credit, please visit this link https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/C5CNMD2 to complete the evaluation. If you have any questions, please contact Jenny White at [email protected]. Produced by Kathleen Seeberg, MSMA Director of Communications & Media.