From Our Federal Partners: HHS Interim Guidance for COVID-19 and Persons with HIV

Resources and assistance to support HUD's community partners Home Programs Resources Training From Our Federal Partners: HHS Interim Guidance for COVID-19 and Persons with HIV The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) recently released Interim Guidance for COVID-19 and Persons with HIV. The guidance is intended for health care providers and persons living with HIV in the United States. The guidance includes the following information: General information that is pertinent to all persons with HIV, including the most current, albeit limited, information on HIV and COVID-19   Specific guidance for pregnant individuals with HIV and children with HIV   Actions to take when a person with HIV is exposed to COVID-19, develops symptoms of the illness, or is confirmed to have COVID-19, including cases where hospitalization is required   Additional guidance for HIV clinicians to enhance care engagement and continuity of antiretroviral therapy The guidance also includes links to information on COVID-19 from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and other organizations. HOPWA grantees and project sponsors should submit all questions related to COVID-19 to the Ask A Question (AAQ) portal. In Step 2 of the question submission process, select “HOPWA: Housing Opportunities for Persons With AIDS” from the “My question is related to” drop down list and write “Health Preparedness and Response” in the subject line. Visit the HUD Exchange at https://www.hudexchange.info