HIV & COVID-19 UPDATE - October 2020

October 5, 2020: Zahid Somani, Pharmacist-Owner of The Village Pharmacy, gives an overview of new research on COVID-19 for people living with HIV in Toronto, and practical tips on staying healthy during the COVID-19 outbreak.

People living with HIV are not at greater risk for COVID-19 infection than the general population. But, the most recent research suggests that people with HIV and low CD4 counts, or other medical conditions, may be at higher risk of severe outcomes from COVID-19.