CHIPTS - Center for HIV Identification, Prevention and Treatment Services

02/21/2026

In the 29th year of the National Ryan White HIV/AIDS Program ( ) Part B AIDS Drug Assistance Program ( ) Monitoring Project, the data reveal a public health system performing at the peak of its clinical potential while navigating an increasingly fragile fiscal environment. Read here: https://nastad.org/2026-rwhap-part-b-adap-monitoring-report

NASTAD is pleased to announce the release of the 2026 National Ryan White HIV/AIDS Program Part B ADAP Monitoring Project Annual Report.

The report highlights the critical role AIDS Drug Assistance Programs (ADAPs) play in supporting access to HIV treatment and improving health outcomes nationwide.

One key finding: In CY2024, ADAP achieved an 87% viral suppression rate among clients served, demonstrating the program’s continued impact in ensuring access to life-saving care.

Stay tuned over the coming weeks as we highlight additional findings and insights from this year’s report.

Read the full report: https://nastad.org/2026-rwhap-part-b-adap-monitoring-report

02/20/2026

02/20/2026

Check out the UCLA 3R IS Hub recording of the latest Methods Workshop that featured Dr. Alison Hamilton who examined how and why rapid qualitative analysis has evolved over more than a decade. Watch here:

UCLA CHIPTS Rapid, Rigorous, Relevant (3R) Implementation Science Hub hosted a methods workshop entitled, “Rapid Qualitative Analysis in Implementation Resea...

02/19/2026

Check out this blog by HIV.gov that describes the unique challenges rural communities face in accessing services. The blog also offers practical tips for getting tested, engaging in care, and using to overcome distance-related barriers. Read more: https://www.hiv.gov/blog/bridging-the-gap-hiv-prevention-and-care-in-rural-communities

Access to HIV care shouldn’t depend on your ZIP code. If you live in a rural area, then you can still get tested, start PrEP (pre-exposure prophylaxis) or treatment, and stay connected to care. From telehealth to programs that support HIV services in rural communities, help is available—no matter where you live.

Read more about accessing HIV care near you: https://www.hiv.gov/blog/bridging-the-gap-hiv-prevention-and-care-in-rural-communities

02/18/2026

The Research Scholars Program supports innovative research from emerging investigators around the world to incorporate new perspectives in our pursuit of scientific understanding and progress. We believe that new, diverse voices and research topics are needed to advance scientific knowledge in areas...

02/13/2026

Join for an inaugural lecture of the Semel Institute Implementation Science and Practice Hub featuring Dr. Alison Hamilton entitled "Advancing Mental Health Services and Practice Through Implementation Science," on February 27, 2026 at 2 PM PT. Register: https://tinyurl.com/muwb5zzp

02/13/2026

Check out this blog from ! They sat down with study co-author Kristine Erlandson, M.D., to find out more about how she and her colleagues evolved their service to meet the needs of older people with facing challenges such as frailty, polypharmacy, cognitive impairment, and impairment in activities of daily living. Read here: bit.ly/4t4MPzM

02/11/2026

The Conference welcomed over 150 attendees from academic institutions, community-based organizations, health care institutions, and other organizations working to end the HIV epidemic at the California Endowment on Thursday, February 5, 2026. The conference included engaging oral and poster presentations, lively discussions, and networking opportunities to support the next generation of HIV researchers and service providers.

02/11/2026

Join our UCLA 3R IS Hub Methods Workshop entitled "Rapid Qualitative Analysis in Implementation Research: Updates and Innovations" featuring Dr. Alison Hamilton on February 12, 2026 at 9 AM PT. Register here: https://tinyurl.com/3h5nd7cz

02/10/2026

Join our CHIPTS Policy Impact Core for an upcoming “HIV Criminalization 101” meeting featuring core scientist, Nathan Cisneros on Feb 13th, 2026, at 11AM PT, who will discuss criminal laws, enforcement patterns, and reforms across the U.S. Register: https://tinyurl.com/d4c5b838

02/06/2026

The fellowship honoring Dr. Dawn K. Smith will provide comprehensive training to clinicians who do not have experience practicing medicine to increase awareness and utilization in under-resourced communities rates. Apply here: https://aahivm.org/dawn-k-smith-hiv-clinical-fellowship/