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HIV Prevention Drug Could Save Millions, But USAID Cuts Are Blocking Access

The GuardianยทSaturday, 1 August 2026
HIV Prevention Drug Could Save Millions, But USAID Cuts Are Blocking Access

A new injectable PrEP drug shows strong promise for preventing HIV infections globally, but experts say cuts to USAID funding have dramatically reduced investment in HIV prevention worldwide. The drug's potential is being undermined by shrinking financial support for the programmes that would deliver it.

Why It Matters

India has one of the world's largest populations living with HIV, and relies on international health funding and drug access programmes โ€” USAID cuts directly affect availability of prevention tools here.

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