BC-CfE published a landmark paper on “The case for expanding access to highly active antiretroviral therapy to curb the growth of the epidemic” (Lancet 2006; 368: 531-36). Since then, BC-CfE has gained the endorsement of the provincial government to roll out such a program in BC.
HIV Ward expanded to 24 beds. Since its opening in 1997, there have been approximately 400 annual admissions.
IDC introduced the post-exposure prophylaxis clinic to provide support to patients requiring more extensive counseling and/or support and for patients without a source of primary care.
