Episode 20 - The Impact of GLP-1 Receptor Agonists with Dr Suman Srinivasa

In this episode of Going anti-Viral, Dr Michael Saag speaks with Dr Suman Srinivasa from Harvard Medical School about the impact of GLP-1 receptor agonists on diabetes and obesity. They discuss the mechanisms, benefits, and current and potential applications, including their use by people with HIV. The episode also highlights future prospects and challenges, including access to medication.

00:00 Introduction

01:42 Understanding GLP-1 Receptor Agonists

03:19 Mechanisms and Benefits of GLP-1 Receptor Agonists

05:34 Clinical Applications and Insurance Challenges

09:56 GLP-1 Receptor Agonists in HIV Patients

15:50 Future Prospects and Broader Applications

23:37 Closing Remarks

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Produced by IAS-USA, Going anti–Viral is a podcast for clinicians involved in research and care in HIV, its complications, and other viral infections. This podcast is intended as a technical source of information for specialists in this field, but anyone listening will enjoy learning more about the state of modern medicine around viral infections.

Going anti-Viral’s host is Dr Michael Saag, a physician, prominent HIV researcher at the University of Alabama at Birmingham, and volunteer IAS–USA board member. In most episodes, Dr Saag interviews an expert in infectious diseases or emerging pandemics about their area of specialty and current developments in the field. Other episodes are drawn from the IAS–USA vast catalogue of panel discussions, Dialogues, and other audio from various meetings and conferences.

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This episode of Going anti-Viral features an IAS–USA Dialogue titled "Latest Update on Urgent Viral Outbreaks," which is a panel discussion held on June 11, 2024.

Dr Paul A. Volberding from the University of California San Francisco serves as moderator and welcomes three distinguished panelists: Dr Carlos del Rio from Emory University, Yvonne Maldonado from Stanford University, and Dr Peter Chin-Hong from the University of California San Francisco. The episode covers various pressing topics, including updates on COVID-19, avian flu, MPOX, measles, and other viral diseases. Discussions touch on vaccines, their effectiveness, public health approaches, and current research.

00:00 Introduction to Going Antiviral Podcast

01:21 COVID-19 Current Issues and Personal Experiences

06:11 Long COVID and Paxlovid Study

07:59 Global Perspective on COVID-19

13:59 COVID-19 Vaccination Updates

23:52 Avian Flu: Current Concerns and Insights

29:15 The Threat of Avian Flu

29:46 Understanding H5N2 and Its Impact

33:09 The Ongoing MPOX Outbreak

37:02 Global Public Health Challenges

49:51 Travel Vaccines and Precautions

56:31 The Importance of RSV Vaccination

58:14 Concluding Remarks and Resources

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Produced by IAS-USA, Going anti–Viral is a podcast for clinicians involved in research and care in HIV, its complications, and other viral infections. This podcast is intended as a technical source of information for specialists in this field, but anyone listening will enjoy learning more about the state of modern medicine around viral infections.

Going anti-Viral’s host is Dr Michael Saag, a physician, prominent HIV researcher at the University of Alabama at Birmingham, and volunteer IAS–USA board member. In most episodes, Dr Saag interviews an expert in infectious diseases or emerging pandemics about their area of specialty and current developments in the field. Other episodes are drawn from the IAS–USA vast catalogue of panel discussions, Dialogues, and other audio from various meetings and conferences.

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Episode 18 - CROI 2024 Insights: Future Prospects of HIV Management and Cardiovascular Health with Dr Todd Brown Recorded May 3, 2024

This episode discusses the evolving landscape of HIV-related metabolic complications and cardiovascular health. Dr Michael Saag and Dr Todd Brown cover insights from CROI 2024, key studies on blood pressure management, the cardiovascular benefits of statins, and the promising role of GLP-1 receptor agonists in treating diabetes, obesity, and cardiovascular disease in people with HIV.

00:00 Introduction

01:56 Blood Pressure Management in HIV

09:56 The Impact of Statins on Cardiovascular Health

18:07 The Revolutionary Role of GLP-1 Receptor Agonists in HIV Management

27:01 Looking Ahead: The Future of HIV Treatment and Management

29:21 Closing Remarks and Future Directions

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Produced by IAS-USA, Going anti–Viral is a podcast for clinicians involved in research and care in HIV, its complications, and other viral infections. This podcast is intended as a technical source of information for specialists in this field, but anyone listening will enjoy learning more about the state of modern medicine around viral infections.

Going anti-Viral’s host is Dr Michael Saag, a physician, prominent HIV researcher at the University of Alabama at Birmingham, and volunteer IAS–USA board member. In most episodes, Dr Saag interviews an expert in infectious diseases or emerging pandemics about their area of specialty and current developments in the field. Other episodes are drawn from the IAS–USA vast catalogue of panel discussions, Dialogues, and other audio from various meetings and conferences.

Email podcast@iasusa.org to send feedback, show suggestions, or questions to be answered on a later episode.

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