Who hiv news

Here are some recent news updates on HIV:

New HIV diagnoses decline in the US

According to a report by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the number of new HIV diagnoses in the US has declined by 17% since 2010. However, the report also notes that the decline is not uniform across all populations, and that certain groups, such as young black gay and bisexual men, continue to be disproportionately affected by the epidemic.

New HIV treatment shows promise

Researchers have announced promising results from a clinical trial of a new HIV treatment that uses a combination of antiretroviral therapy (ART) and a novel immunotherapy. The treatment, known as VRC01, has been shown to reduce the viral load of HIV-infected individuals by 95% or more, and may offer a new hope for people living with HIV.

HIV prevention pill approved by FDA

The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved a new HIV prevention pill called cabotegravir, which is designed to be taken once a month to prevent HIV infection. The pill is intended for use in combination with other prevention methods, such as condoms and PrEP (pre-exposure prophylaxis).

HIV/AIDS funding increases in the US

The US government has announced a significant increase in funding for HIV/AIDS research and treatment programs. The funding increase, which was included in the 2022 budget, will provide an additional $100 million for HIV/AIDS research and $200 million for HIV/AIDS treatment and prevention programs.

New HIV vaccine shows promise in clinical trial

Researchers have announced promising results from a clinical trial of a new HIV vaccine, which has been shown to be safe and effective in preventing HIV infection. The vaccine, known as Ad26.Mos.HIV, uses a combination of two different vaccine platforms to stimulate the immune system and prevent HIV infection.

HIV stigma and discrimination remain major challenges

Despite progress in HIV treatment and prevention, stigma and discrimination against people living with HIV remain major challenges around the world. According to a report by the Joint United Nations Programme on HIV/AIDS (UNAIDS), stigma and discrimination can prevent people from seeking testing, treatment, and prevention services, and can also contribute to the spread of HIV.