Education

Back to the Future: History of & Outlook for HIV/AIDS

Wednesday, June 18, 2008 | 9:00 am - Noon

2100 Building
2100 - 24th Avenue South
Seattle, WA 98144

Workshop Summary:
Over 1 million people in the US are living with HIV/AIDS. Since the emergence of HIV/AIDS over 25 years ago, we’ve developed new treatments to slow the progression of HIV infection to AIDS. Better treatments have lead to a longer life expectancy – and better quality of life -- for people with HIV. In this workshop, we’ll talk about precautions to take to prevent the transmission of HIV as well as the latest trends in caring for people with HIV/AIDS and new treatments that are on the horizon. We’ll also cover the emotional and social impact of having HIV/AIDS and HIV in older adults.

Presenter:
Jill C. Marotta RN, MSN has worked at Bailey-Boushay House for 7 years. She has been a nurse for 37 years and is certified in Oncology, Hospice and HIV/AIDS care. Originally from New York, Jill was there in the beginning of the HIV/AIDS epidemic when young people began dying of a mysterious illness. She continues to work with of people with HIV/AIDS.

CEUs:
3 hours
Approval pending for Professional Guardian Board for "person" credits. Meets many facility and professional licensing and certification board requirements.