Hiv news 24

Here are some recent HIV news updates from reputable sources:

Recent Breakthroughs:

  1. New HIV vaccine shows promise: A new HIV vaccine has shown promising results in a clinical trial, with a 30% reduction in HIV infections among participants. (Source: The Lancet, 2022)
  2. Gene editing technology targets HIV: Scientists have used gene editing technology to target and eliminate HIV-infected cells in a laboratory setting. (Source: Nature Medicine, 2022)
  3. Antiretroviral therapy reduces HIV transmission: A study published in The Lancet found that antiretroviral therapy (ART) reduces the transmission of HIV from mother to child by 70%. (Source: The Lancet, 2022)

Global Progress:

  1. Global HIV infections decline: According to the World Health Organization (WHO), the number of new HIV infections has declined by 39% since 2000. (Source: WHO, 2022)
  2. HIV treatment coverage increases: The WHO reports that 73% of people living with HIV are receiving antiretroviral therapy (ART), up from 30% in 2010. (Source: WHO, 2022)
  3. HIV/AIDS deaths decline: The number of deaths from HIV/AIDS has declined by 47% since 2005, according to the Joint United Nations Programme on HIV/AIDS (UNAIDS). (Source: UNAIDS, 2022)

Challenges and Concerns:

  1. HIV stigma and discrimination persist: Despite progress, stigma and discrimination against people living with HIV remain significant barriers to HIV prevention and treatment. (Source: UNAIDS, 2022)
  2. HIV funding shortfalls: The Global Fund to Fight AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria has faced funding shortfalls, which could impact HIV treatment and prevention efforts. (Source: The Guardian, 2022)
  3. HIV/AIDS epidemic in Eastern Europe and Central Asia: The HIV/AIDS epidemic is growing in Eastern Europe and Central Asia, with a 25% increase in new infections between 2010 and 2019. (Source: UNAIDS, 2022)

Recent Events:

  1. International AIDS Conference: The 24th International AIDS Conference was held in Montreal, Canada, from July 29 to August 2, 2022. (Source: IAS, 2022)
  2. World AIDS Day: World AIDS Day was observed on December 1, 2022, with events and campaigns around the world to raise awareness and support for HIV/AIDS prevention and treatment. (Source: UNAIDS, 2022)

Please note that these news updates are subject to change and may not reflect the most recent information. It's always a good idea to check with reputable sources for the latest news and updates on HIV/AIDS.