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Expert: World AIDS Day 2024

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Published: 27 November 2024

, observed on Dec. 1, is a global effort to raise awareness about HIV and AIDS, which affects nearly 40 million people worldwide.

Bertrand Lebouché, Associate Professor, Department of Family Medicine, and Clinician Scientist, Research Institute of the 91˿Ƶ Health Centre, can share his expertise on HIV prevention and improving patient care.

Lebouché is part of a research team developing the first AI-powered chatbot designed to help people with HIV manage their health. Called MARVIN, this bilingual tool can provide reliable health information, medication reminders and guidance on managing antiretroviral therapy. A new study published in demonstrated MARVIN’s effectiveness.

“Advances in antiretroviral therapy have revolutionized HIV care, giving people with HIV nearly the same life expectancy as those without the virus. But to maintain this progress, it’s critical to stay on top of treatment. Our ultimate vision is for MARVIN to become a personalized health companion, delivering the right support to the right person at the right time, redefining the future of HIV care,” said Lebouché.

bertrand.lebouche [at] mcgill.ca (English, French)

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