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Health June 19

FDA approves first twice-yearly injection that prevents HIV infection

The injectable HIV prevention treatment Yetzugo, made by Gilead Sciences, has received FDA approval, offering a twice-yearly alternative to daily medications.

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. June 11

HHS brings back hundreds of staff following force reduction in latest rehiring move

HHS is reinstating more than 450 staff across multiple divisions within CDC, including an office focused on HIV prevention. This restores some staff let go under the DOGE initiative.

Health May 15

Alzheimer's disease could be prevented by antiviral drug already on market

A new UVA study finds that HIV drugs like NRTIs may reduce Alzheimer's risk by 10% annually, suggesting potential for repurposing in dementia prevention.

Politics May 5

'MOGE' audit uncovers nonprofits' 'incredibly wasteful' spending of taxpayer funds: state official

Wasteful spending as far away as Manhattan was found in an audit of HIV/AIDS grants by Mississippi state auditor Shad White.

Opinion April 28

How a DOGE review can actually improve the programs that fight HIV/AIDS

If you support maintaining the U.S. approach to fighting HIV/AIDS, you should welcome the DOGE review to ensure that programs meet the needs of the current epidemic.

Health Policies March 19

Trump admin planning to consolidate HIV programs, slashing 'overhead' and DEI: official

The Trump administration plans to make cuts to similar HIV prevention programs run by HHS for cost savings, an administration official tells Ó£ÌÒÊÓƵ Digital.

Opinion February 7

How USAID went woke and destroyed itself

USAID operated largely unnoticed by the US public. The organization is in the public eye and staffers aren't happy. The agency went woke over several years. Now, it could go broke, too.

Health November 27

HIV-positive transplants now permitted for livers and kidneys

People with HIV are now permitted to donate kidneys or livers to recipients who are also HIV-positive, health officials announced on Tuesday. Dr. Marc Siegel weighs in on the decision.

Media July 27

Tennessee removes sex workers with HIV from the sex offender registry

Tennessee announced it will remove sex workers with HIV from the sex offender registry in a settlement over its decades-long law.

HIV/AIDS July 24

Experts laud injection that reportedly offers 100% protection against HIV/AIDS

A study shows that a shot was 100% effective in preventing new HIV infections in women in Africa. The shot is used in the U.S. as a treatment for the virus that causes AIDS.

HIV/AIDS July 13, 2024

2,400 Oregon hospital patients potentially exposed to HIV, hepatitis

An anesthesiologist in Oregon may have exposed more than 2,400 people to infectious diseases such as hepatitis B and C, as well as HIV, which can become deadly.

US May 20, 2024

US pediatricians group reverses decades-old policy, allowing breastfeeding for those with HIV

The American Academy of Pediatrics has announced a policy shift, saying that those with HIV who are effectively managing the virus with medication can breastfeed their babies.

United Kingdom May 20, 2024

Report exposes 'catalog of failures' by UK government in infected blood scandal that killed thousands

An inquiry has found that British authorities and health officials exposed tens of thousands of patients to deadly infections through contaminated blood and products.

HIV/AIDS April 1, 2024

Pioneer of America's global HIV/AIDS program recalls hope after years of despair

Dr. John Nkengasong, who has dedicated decades to HIV and AIDS work in Africa, is reflecting on his career intertwined with a U.S. program credited with transforming care.

Tennessee March 27, 2024

Nashville PD to stop rejecting HIV-positive officers after settlement

Metropolitan Nashville Police officers will no longer be disqualified on the sole basis of HIV status, the city agreed in a legal settlement Friday.

Nevada February 22, 2024

Hydeia Broadbent, activist known for childhood AIDS advocacy, dead at 39

Hydeia Broadbent, an HIV/AIDS activist born with the virus and known for her inspirational talks on the topic, has died. She was 39 years old.

Europe January 23, 2024

Human rights court condemns Greece for IDing HIV-positive sex workers in 2012 crackdown

The European Court of Human Rights ruled Tuesday that Greece had violated the privacy of women it identified in 2012 as HIV-positive prostitutes.

Health January 23, 2024

Cancer is now leading cause of death among HIV-positive people, report says: ‘Of great concern’

Cancer is now the leading cause of death among those who are HIV positive, as announced in a new report from the American Cancer Society. Doctors share their input.

OPINION November 28, 2023

How renewing a Bush era program for Africa will help us fend off Russia and China, boost national security

PEPFAR has helped save 25 million lives, and ensured an additional 5.5 million babies are born without HIV. PEPFAR recipient countries also boast a 20% lower mortality rate.

Massachusetts November 17, 2023

Northern Massachusetts hospital warns over 400 patients of potential hepatitis, HIV exposure

Massachusetts' Salem Hospital reported Wednesday that approximately 450 endoscopy patients may have been exposed to hepatitis and HIV over a two-year period.

Media October 25, 2023

ACLU sues Tennessee for 'criminalizing HIV' with strict prostitution laws

The American Civil Liberties Union claimed a 1991 state law that charges HIV-positive people taking part in paid sex work with a class C felony is unconstitutional.

Medications October 8, 2023

Antibiotic doxycycline can be morning-after pill for high-risk patients after unprotected sex, CDC suggests

CDC officials are set to endorse the use of a common antibiotic as a morning-after preventive measure for gay and bisexual men to combat increasingly prevalent sexually transmitted infections.

Europe September 19, 2023

European Commission authorizes GSK's HIV prevention drug

The European Commission has granted authorization to GSK's HIV-focused division, ViiV Healthcare, for its cabotegravir in both long-acting injectable and tablet forms.

California September 5, 2023

‘Disturbing’ California biolab shrouded in mystery as China links emerge

A controversial California biolab was shut down and an investigation began after cultures of HIV, COVID-19 and more were discovered amid concerns of Chinese ties.

HEALTH August 3, 2023

NIH selects Dr. Jeanne Marrazzo to succeed Fauci as top infectious disease expert

The National Institutes of Health picked Dr. Jeanne Marrazzo to head the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases on Wednesday.

Tennessee July 25, 2023

Former top Memphis police officer sues Nashville PD for job offer revocation due to HIV status

A former police officer filed a lawsuit against the Nashville Police Department, claiming that it violated federal law by retracting a job offer after finding out he was HIV-positive.

Europe July 13, 2023

HIV/AIDS can be eliminated by 2030 if countries take the correct steps, according to UN

The U.N. announced that HIV/AIDS can end by 2030 if countries take the correct steps to prevent and treat the illness. Adopting non-discriminatory laws is another important step.

LIFESTYLE June 14, 2023

White House flew controversial new transgender flag that troubles some critics in the gay community

The Biden administration's Pride Month celebration at the White House on June 10 included the new "Progress Pride Flag," which some critics have attacked for its design elements.

POLITICS June 10, 2023

Biden administration 'hijacking' George Bush AIDS program to push abortion in Africa: GOP congressman

GOP Rep. Chris Smith is sounding the alarm over what he says is a Biden administration plan to promote abortion in Africa using funding for a Bush era AIDS relief program.

Africa June 8, 2023

HIV/AIDS treatment centers seeing decrease in patients after anti-gay legislation went into effect in Uganda

Treatment centers for HIV/AIDS in Uganda have seen a decrease in patients after anti-gay laws went into effect in the country. The new laws have placed the community on lockdown.