"Researchers found that long-acting HIV injections given once a month helped people stay on treatment far more consistently than daily pills, cutting treatment failure nearly in half among patients who had previously struggled to keep up with medication."
"People taking daily pills fell off their treatment plans nearly twice as often as those receiving injections, researchers found."
"Missing doses, even intermittently, can allow the virus to rebound, making it harder for the body to resist infection and some cancers."
"For people dealing with mental health conditions, unstable housing, or stigma, maintaining a daily medication routine can be particularly challenging."
A study found that long-acting HIV injections administered monthly improved treatment adherence compared to daily pills. Participants who struggled with daily medication adherence showed nearly half the treatment failure rate when switched to injections. The research involved 453 individuals with a history of difficulty maintaining treatment. Many factors contribute to missed doses, including stigma, mental health issues, and access to care. Effective HIV treatment requires consistent adherence to suppress the virus and prevent transmission.
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