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Here are some recent HIV treatment news updates:

New HIV Treatment Approvals

• On January 13, 2022, the US FDA approved a new HIV treatment called Cabenuva (cabotegravir and rilpivirine) for adults with HIV-1 infection. This is the first injectable HIV treatment that can be administered every 4 weeks. (Source: FDA)
• In November 2021, the European Medicines Agency (EMA) approved a new HIV treatment called Isentress HD (raltegravir) for adults with HIV-1 infection. This treatment is a once-daily tablet that combines two antiretroviral medications. (Source: EMA)

Breakthroughs in HIV Research

• Scientists have made a breakthrough in developing a new type of HIV vaccine that uses a combination of genetic material and a weakened virus to stimulate the immune system. The vaccine has shown promising results in early clinical trials. (Source: Science Magazine)
• Researchers have discovered a new way to target and kill HIV-infected cells using a combination of gene editing and immunotherapy. This approach has shown potential for treating HIV and potentially curing the disease. (Source: Nature Medicine)

Advances in HIV Treatment Adherence

• A new study has found that using a mobile app to track and remind patients to take their HIV medication can improve adherence and reduce the risk of treatment failure. (Source: Journal of Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndromes)
• Researchers have developed a new device that can detect HIV medication levels in the blood and provide personalized treatment recommendations to patients. This device has the potential to improve treatment adherence and reduce the risk of resistance. (Source: Science Translational Medicine)

HIV Treatment Access and Affordability

• The World Health Organization (WHO) has launched a new initiative to increase access to HIV treatment and care in low- and middle-income countries. The initiative aims to provide affordable and effective HIV treatment to millions of people worldwide. (Source: WHO)
• A new study has found that the cost of HIV treatment in the United States has increased significantly over the past decade, making it more difficult for patients to access affordable treatment. (Source: Health Affairs)

These are just a few examples of recent HIV treatment news updates. If you're interested in staying up-to-date on the latest developments in HIV treatment and research, I recommend following reputable sources such as the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the National Institutes of Health (NIH), and the International AIDS Society (IAS).