A groundbreaking trial in June 2024 revealed that Lenacapavir, a new medicine injected once every six months, was 100% effective in preventing HIV among over 5,000 girls and women in Uganda and South Africa. Currently, the FDA has approved Lenacapavir only for treating HIV resistant to other treatments. However, its producer, Gilead, has made agreements to produce generic versions for HIV prevention in 120 low-income countries. This development aligns with the United Nations’ ambitious goal to end AIDS by 2030, despite the global challenge of over 1 million new HIV infections annually. The key to achieving this goal lies in ensuring access to these innovative medicines.
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