Free Doctor Housecalls For HIV+ People With Flu

A clinical trial is taking place in San Francisco for HIV+ people who are exhibiting flu symptoms in which they can qualify for free in-home doctor visits. Quest Clinical Studies, Conant Medical Group and Adamas Pharmaceuticals are testing a triple combination antiviral drug (TCAD) therapy for influenza. If you or someone you know has HIV and is exhibiting 100-degree or higher fever in addition to fatigue and other symptoms, you should call 1-888-5-HIV-FLU to see if you qualify. In addition to receiving home treatment, study subjects will have all their treatment, including prescriptions and lab costs, covered, and will be compensated for time and travel.

The H1N1 flu is looking particularly dangerous for HIV+ people, and a community forum on the subject is scheduled for November 10th at the LGBT Community Center (1800 Market Street). Call them at (415) 865-5665 for more info.