Hiv news

Here are some recent news updates on HIV:

New Developments in HIV Treatment and Prevention

• Long-acting injectable HIV treatment: The US FDA has approved a new long-acting injectable HIV treatment, Cabenuva, which can be administered every 8 weeks. This treatment is a significant advancement in HIV treatment, offering greater convenience and flexibility for patients. (Source: FDA)
• HIV prevention pill: The World Health Organization (WHO) has recommended the use of a daily pill, PrEP, to prevent HIV infection in people who are at high risk of contracting the virus. PrEP has been shown to be highly effective in preventing HIV transmission. (Source: WHO)
• Gene editing technology: Scientists have used gene editing technology to remove HIV from human cells in a breakthrough study. This technology, known as CRISPR-Cas9, has the potential to cure HIV infection. (Source: Nature)

HIV/AIDS Epidemic Updates

• Global HIV/AIDS epidemic: According to the WHO, there were approximately 38 million people living with HIV worldwide in 2019. The epidemic continues to affect marginalized and vulnerable populations, including women, children, and key populations such as men who have sex with men, sex workers, and people who inject drugs. (Source: WHO)
• HIV/AIDS in the US: The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports that there were approximately 1.2 million people living with HIV in the US in 2018. The CDC also notes that HIV diagnoses have been declining in the US since 2010, but the epidemic remains a significant public health concern. (Source: CDC)
• HIV/AIDS in Africa: The African region continues to bear the brunt of the HIV/AIDS epidemic, with an estimated 25.7 million people living with HIV in 2019. The WHO notes that HIV/AIDS remains a major public health challenge in Africa, particularly in countries with limited healthcare resources. (Source: WHO)

Research and Funding Updates

• HIV research funding: The US National Institutes of Health (NIH) has announced a new initiative to accelerate HIV research and development, with a focus on finding a cure for HIV and developing new treatments and prevention strategies. (Source: NIH)
• HIV vaccine research: Researchers have made significant progress in developing an HIV vaccine, with several promising candidates in clinical trials. The WHO notes that an effective HIV vaccine could be a game-changer in the fight against HIV/AIDS. (Source: WHO)
• HIV cure research: Scientists have made significant progress in understanding the biology of HIV and developing new approaches to curing the virus. The NIH has announced a new initiative to accelerate HIV cure research, with a focus on finding a cure for HIV. (Source: NIH)

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