Corsi precongressuali - 18° Congresso Nazionale ICAR, Catania...

The pre-conference course “Whole Lotta Heart: Empowering Cardiovascular Prevention in People with HIV” aims to raise awareness among clinicians and the community, translating scientific evidence into practical action. The session will open with the most relevant findings from the REPRIEVE trial, a landmark study that is transforming our understanding of cardiovascular prevention in HIV. The following presentation will focus on cardiovascular risk assessment in daily practice, with attention to algorithms, the role of antiretroviral therapy, and imaging techniques. The next part will explore barriers to lifestyle change and statin acceptance, integrating the perspectives of both healthcare professionals and community representatives. The final talk will highlight the importance of psychological support and integrated care to make prevention strategies effective and sustainable. The session will be highly interactive. During each presentation, speakers will engage the audience with targeted questions, case-based discussions, and short opinion polls to stimulate participation and reflection. Community representatives will be actively involved in the dialogue, bringing the patient perspective and promoting a more inclusive discussion on prevention strategies. This format aims to create a dynamic learning environment and to encourage collaboration between clinicians, researchers, and the HIV community. Through this exchange of evidence, experience, and perspective, the course will provide participants with updated knowledge and practical tools to improve cardiovascular prevention in people with HIV and to foster empowerment for both patients and healthcare providers.