HIV/AIDS

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💯 New drug shows one hundred percent protection against HIV infection

A clinical trial showed that the drug lenacapavir protected 100 percent of women and girls against HIV infection. The drug only needs to be injected twice a year to provide full protection. New results suggest that an annual injection may be sufficient for long-lasting protection.

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⚕️ Sharp decline in HIV and AIDS in India

AIDS-related deaths in India decreased by 79 percent between 2010 and 2023. New HIV infections decreased by 44 percent during the same period, exceeding the global reduction of 39 percent.

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🥇 PEPFAR Has Saved 25 Million Lives in Global HIV Fight

PEPFAR’s efforts have led to significant decreases in HIV prevalence, especially in Africa.

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📉 HIV in Pregnant South Africans Drops to 20-Year Low

HIV among pregnant South Africans has decreased to 27.5% in 2022, the lowest since 2002.