Global HIV Cases and Deaths Plummet to Historic Lows
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The United Nations reports that HIV cases in 2023 reached their lowest since the 1980s, with 1.3 million new infections, but warns that progress is too slow to meet the goal of ending AIDS by 2030. Antiretroviral treatments have contributed to the decline, yet 9.3 million people with HIV are not receiving treatment. Despite global progress, 28 countries saw increased infections, and access to preventative treatments like PrEP remains limited. A new drug, lenacapavir, shows promise but is costly, raising concerns about accessibility.
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