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Amsterdam, Berlin, Brussels, October 30, 2009

People living with HIV celebrate United States lifting HIV travel and immigration ban

The United States Government today announced the lifting of HIV related entry, stay and residency restrictions. The ruling confirmed that HIV infection will be officially removed from the definition of communicable diseases of public health significance as of January 1st, 2010. The Deutsche AIDS-Hilfe (DAH), European AIDS Treatment Group (EATG) and the Global Network of People living with HIV (GNP+) congratulate the United States Government on fulfilling its promise and completing the legal procedure that was started by former President Bush on World AIDS Day 2007.

 “This is a great victory for the fight against the worldwide discrimination of people living with HIV”, says Peter Wiessner from the Deutsche AIDS-Hilfe: “I remember times where we never thought that this would happen. This is an emotional moment and it feels a bit like the fall of the Berlin wall.”

DAH, EATG and GNP+ have long argued that HIV specific restrictions on entry, stay and residence are not only stigmatizing and discriminatory, but are also ineffective for public health protection and prevention purposes.

“Lifting the ban is a great step forward in the battle against stigma and discrimination against people living with HIV,” stated Kevin Moody, International Coordinator and CEO of GNP+.

“This groundbreaking move is the result of joint advocacy efforts by countless activists in the United States and around the globe over many years,” reported David Haerry of the EATG. “It is a strong message to other countries maintaining stigmatizing restrictions today, such as Russia, China, Australia and Canada.”

DAH, EATG and GNP+ commend the United States Government for its commitment to lead diplomatic efforts to lift HIV specific entry, stay and residency restrictions in other countries. There are multiple countries that could be spurred to deliver on their commitments: For example, China never delivered on the promises made in 2007 to the Global Fund to Fight AIDS, TB and Malaria to lift immigration restrictions[i] and both Namibia and South Korea have not yet fulfilled their promise to review their restrictive legislations[ii].

 “Let’s not forget that even after the United States decision, we count more than 60 countries having stigmatizing entry or residency restrictions, including some in Western and Eastern Europe,” Peter Wiessner said: “27 countries deport people on the grounds of having an HIV infection.”

While the lifting of the United States entry ban is an important decision, there remain many loose ends. According to DAH, EATG and GNP+, the United States government should direct its immigration services to protect privacy and erase all information with regards to the HIV status of people from its immigration databases.

In addition, it is hoped that the United States criminal justice system is paying close attention. Kevin Moody: “We hope realistic information on the ways HIV gets transmitted will also filter through to United States criminal justice system, where saliva of a person living with HIV is still regarded as a deadly weapon, often resulting in ridiculously long prison sentences for spitting or biting.” [iii]

DAH, EATG and GNP+ want to recognize the enormous efforts by activists and diplomats inside the United States as well as outside to change these legislations. Precious support was provided by Congress woman Barbara Lee (California) and Senator Kerry. Special mention should be made of the Government of Norway and UNAIDS , that jointly led the International Task Team on HIV-related Travel Restrictions.

For more information contact:

Deutsche AIDS Hilfe: Peter Wiessner, +49-221-80 14 96 36 (German, English)

European AIDS Treatment Group: David Hans U. Haerry, +41-31-352 3210, david@... (French, English, German, Spanish)

Global Network of People living with HIV: Martin Stolk, Communications Officer, +31-6-1991 2406, mstolk@... (Dutch, English)

The Deutsche AIDS Hilfe and EATG collaborate with the International AIDS Society IAS on the Global Database of HIV-specific Travel Restrictions www.hivtravel.org 

DAH, EATG and GNP+ have been regular partners advocating against HIV related discriminatory measures such as travel restrictions.

Has anyone seen any research on purchasing a generic atripla online?  The cost
is a a lot cheaper.  Does it work the same?

Krystof, I am 48 years old and have managed to maintain a fairly flat stomach
over the years while taking meds. I have worked out for 30 years and it sounds
like you are already doing more than enough exercise.

You might consider Tonalin CLA capsules.  In studies it reduces body fat
particularly around the mid section and helps maintain lean muscle mass.  This
is turn seems to reduce the likelihood of diabetes which we all of us can
benefit from.

I eat a small amount of nuts each night as a snack while making dinner. 
Contrary to many beliefs a reasonable amount of nuts is also shown in studies to
decrease fat and weight.  I personally buy raw nuts(not roasted) with no salt.

Add soluble fiber to your diet and consider a probiotic if you are not taking
one.  I take a probiotic before I sleep with a scoop of fiber.  It keeps me
regular in the morning.  My partner added fiber to his diet and lost over ten
pounds which he has maintained.  I have tried many different products.  My
favorite fiber is Trufiber and the matching probiotic Theralac.

A recent article in the November issue of the Real Cures newsletter written by
Dr. Frank Shallenberger details the benefits of taking coconut oil for weight
loss.  Bascially, the medium chain fatty acids (MCFA) help burn fat, increases
ketone (energy molecule) production and seem to suppress appetite.  I have read
his newsletter for a long time and he is amazing shape for his age.  He
recommends 3 tablespoons per day of organic extra virgin coconut oil.  I buy
Jarrow and put some in our Green Smoothies each morning. Don't worry about the
saturated fat in coconut oil.  It is good for you.

I hope one or more of these items is of help to you.

--JJ


--- In PozHealth@yahoogroups.com, "krystofkrakow" <kkrakow@...> wrote:
>
> Hi guys,
>
> I need some advice on improving my current exercise/diet regimen. I've always
been in a pretty good shape and other than the regular road cycling and
occasional weight training I never had to go to any extremes to stay in shape.
Last August, when I turned 51, I decided to go an extra mile and reclaim my
slender, youthful shape and yes, a flat stomach. I weighed 185.5 lbs (5'10"
height) and had about 20% body fat. I was pretty muscular, but needed to shed a
few pounds of fat.
>
> So in late August, I started a regular routine consisting of 3 days of high
intensity interval cardio training (initially 24 minutes, now increased to 48
minutes) and 3 days of weight training (whole body) supplemented by 24 minutes
of high intensity cardio. In effect, I have been doing cardio training 6 times a
week.
> I also modified my diet. I've been eating 5 - 6 small meals with dinner being
the most generous of all. I have not gone totally nuts over low calorie, low fat
and low carb stuff, however, I've significantly reduced the intake of simple,
processed carbs and bad fats. I am never hungry, but never feel like I've
overeaten either. Occasionally, I do crave something bad, but good (!), like a
slice of Chicago stuffed pizza. And I don't deny it myself, but I stop at that
and do it very, very rarely. I eat mostly lean chicken, lots of fish,
occasionally beef and pork and a lot of fruits and vegetables. I am not taking
any supplements other than a multivitamin, fish oil capsules and a daily protein
shake.
>
> Fast forward two months. The results: I lost about 13 lbs and now weigh 175.5
lbs. My body fat decreased to 17%.
>
> I am very happy with these results, but still would like to reduce the body
fat, which will hopefully reveal my hidden abs. My stomach is much flatter now,
but still I have about an inch of fat around my waist.
>
> I don't want to increase the amount of exercise time or its frequency. I think
I need one day of complete rest. I suppose I could still increase the intensity
of it. Other than that, I could possibly reduce the intake of fats and carbs
even further. My fear is that by doing so I will end up with a diet that I won't
be able to comply with in spite of my best intentions.
>
> Lastly, I really would prefer to stay away from a great number of supplements
promising a flat stomach. I found that majority of this stuff makes your wallet
flat, not your stomach.
>
> I will be very grateful for your input.
>
> Best Regards,
>
> Krystof
>

Their proposed blood level equals 30 ng/ml. The conversion formula divides their
nanomole number by 2.496.

The world authorities on vitamin D consider this to be the lowest blood level
where any kind of protection is possible. It is probably too low for most health
benefits. They undershoot by 10 to 45 ng/ml, according to five of the leading
vitamin D researchers.

Most labs in the US use ng/ml. The proposed optimal range is something the
experts differ on so far. 40 to 60 ng or 50 to 75 ng. However, 50 ng/ml is noted
by all as a good target.

Michael Mooney
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"Do the thing you fear and the death of fear is certain." Ralph Waldo Emerson

--- In PozHealth@yahoogroups.com, Nelson Vergel <nelsonvergel@...> wrote:
>
> I am at the Adverse Reaction Conference
>
> More and more data on bone loss and vitamin D deficiency associated with HIV,
Viread, Sustiva/Atripla
>
> Get your doctor to check your Vit D blood levels
>
> One of the researchers mentioned this loading program for those with Vit D
defiency
> Endocrine Abstracts (2009) 20 P250
> Colecalciferol loading dose guideline for vitamin D deficient adults
> Lenneke van Groningen, Adriaan van Sorge, Darryl Telting, Astrid Giesen & Hans
de Boer
> Rijnstate Hospital, Arnhem, The Netherlands.
> ________________________________
>
> Introduction: Severe vitamin D deficiency is very common in northern Europe.
It is not limited to the elderly, but occurs in a large variety of subjects.
Colecalciferol dosing guidelines for rapid correction of vitamin D deficiency
are not available.
> Objective: To assess the optimal Colecalciferol dose regimen, based on body
weight, for rapid correction of vitamin D deficiency, in a variety of subjects.
> Materials and methods: One hundred and twenty-three subjects (age ranging from
20 to 90 years, female/male ratio 1.9:1, body weight ranging from 41 to 175 kg)
with vitamin D deficiency (defined as serum vitamin D level <50 nmol/l) were
treated with solubilised Colecalciferol 50.000 E/ml, in a dose of 25.000 IU
every 2 weeks during 8 weeks (total dose 100.000 IU), 25.000 IU every week
during 6 weeks (total dose 150.000 IU), or 25.000 IU every week during 8 weeks
(total dose 200.000 IU). The Colecalciferol dose per kilogram body weight ranged
from 625 to 4000 IU/kg. Serum creatinine, calcium, phosphate, albumin, PTH,
25-OH-D3 were measured at baseline and 10 days after the final dose of
Colecalciferol.
> Results: Mean 25-OHD3 increased from 20.2±0.7 to 69.5±2.9 nmol/l
(mean±S.E.M., P<0.0001). Serum calcium, phosphate, albumin and PTH levels did
not change significantly. The Colecalciferol dose required to achieve the
optimal serum level of 75 nmol/l was related to the vitamin D deficit
(Î"25-OHD3=75 â€" actual 25-OHD3 level) and body weight. The dose per kg body
weight required to achieve normalisation of serum 25-OHD3 was:
> Dose (IU/kg)=40 (Î"25-OHD3)+400 (R2=0.42, P<0.0001).
> Conclusion: Correction of vitamin D deficiency by Colecalciferol should be
based on the degree of vitamin D deficit and body weight.
>
>  Regards,
>
>
> Nelson Vergel
> powerusa dot org
>

you know i have heard the pros and cons of this swine flu shot for so long, the
fact is we are hiv peopel we all have compromised immune systems, grnated what
we eat, drink ,what supplements ,herbs etc that we do are fine and good for us
for the most part,and we all kknow we need to stay active and excercise evenif
that is jsut doing daily chores,your doing something.
i have been poz since 93,froma  work inncedent, complete accendent  was stuck y
a needle, life goes on i have also had many heart issues from doing a clinical
study back in 98-99
have had a quad by pass numerous cats of the heart another triple by ppass and a
difribulator placed inside etc.i know how hard it si to fight to just survive, i
also know what it is to die,may of only ben a few moments but i am not ready to
go there again.
i had the h1n1 3 days ago,no negative reactions nothing, i know if i did not get
it as stron a fighter as i am, i could not beat the swine flu if it hit me,that
is a given, there is to  much stck against me in the odds department and i value
my ass to much,not to do what i did to at least stand a fighting chance now if i
get hit by it,my choice i looked at all the facts data and as nervous as i was
it came down to, do i risk not being here or do i take a chance and try and add
something to my body to help me have a bit more of an edge at survival. you know
what my choice was.
what got me is in the little rural town i live in 3/4 of the folks think this
swine flu is something that obahma has made, to do something negative to the
american people, or it is a scam created by the goverment.
  i am no fan of goverment i don't and never have trusted them but i know what
nonsense this thinking and fear does to these rednecks in my area.
it comes down to your perosnal choice what you think is right for you, no one is
forcing you to take the shot,but everyone here is smart enought to know that
choice might save you or might  end up putting ya in the ground.
i just hope y'all stay well stay healthy and live long long lives,
best wishes
andy brown
white mountains of arizona

Whack job.

Like sodium levels, pH, and some other basic parameters, your body
does an incredible job maintaining these values in a very narrow
range.   If multicellular organisms failed at this job, there would be
no life bigger than amoebas.

Disorders of Calcium concentrations indicate profound metabolic
disturbances, and not eating too much tums.

JB

[quote]
> John Barrow" barrowster@...   johnftl59 wrote:
...
I copied this text from WebmD:
...
What causes the penis to shrink? At least two mechanisms are involved, experts
say. One is the slow deposition of fatty substances (plaques) inside tiny
arteries in the penis, which impairs blood flow to the organ.
...
Goldstein explains that another mechanism involves the gradual buildup of
relatively inelastic collagen (scar tissue) within the stretchy fibrous sheath
that surrounds the erection chambers. Erections occur when these chambers fill
with blood. Blockages within the penile arteries -- and increasingly inelastic
chambers -- mean smaller erections.
[end quote]

I have used the erectile dysfunction medications Caverject (regular pharmacies)
& TriMix (compounding pharmacies), both of which have been helpful for me.  
Both of these are delivered via a direct injection into the penis.  My
preference for the direct injectibles is they seem to minimize/avoid the
systemic vascular dilation that make the oral medications problematic for me: 
My experience is all three (Viagra, Cialis, Levitra -- in descending order of
side effects for me) give me related flushing that makes it more apparent that I
am using them, and also create sinus stuffiness that leads to sinus infection
later that week.

But my guess is any significant use of the injectibles will create a trade-off: 
Using them now will provide good erections with minimal current side effects,
but will also create scarring that makes the penis appear smaller later.

Ian Reid's recommendation at the end of the article has no plausible basis and
he doesn't state one. It's not considered to be good science to make a
recommendation with no logic to support it. It's just a notion on Reid's part,
since it has no scientific support.

Typical of the deceptive war on dietary supplements - taking a finding that does
not reach statistical significance and broadcasting it it as if it's
significant.

Robert Heaney, who disagrees with his conclusions is "City Hall" of calcium
research in the USA and in the world, with over 200 studies published over
dozens of years. When the US government, National Academy of Sciences or
Institute of Medicine ask an authority a question about calcium or bone
metabolism, Heaney is the first person they ask. He never says anything without
solid science to support his statement.

Consider the source.

Michael Mooney
www.michaelmooney.net
www.medibolics.com


--- In PozHealth@yahoogroups.com, PoWeRTX@... wrote:
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>
http://www.examiner.com/examiner/x-25050-Gainesville-Alternative-Medicine-Examin\
er~y2009m10d6-Calcium-Supplements-can-be-Dangerous
>
>
> Comments?
>
>
> Nelson
>

FDA and WebMD Expand Consumer Health Information Partnership
Thu, 29 Oct 2009 11:15:00 -0500

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration and WebMD Health Corp. today announced an
expansion of their partnership to provide increased access to FDA's consumer
health information. This second phase of the partnership includes expanded
content and multimedia tools at www.webmd.com/fda. WebMD is personalizing FDA
health information for consumers with five new online FDA sections that will
initially focus on allergies and asthma, children's health, diabetes, heart
health and vitamins and supplements.

Alexandria