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HIV 'Vaccine' Reaches Just 7% of Target to End AIDS

New figures reveal a devastating shortfall in the rollout of the long-acting HIV prevention drug lenacapavir, with experts warning current plans are insufficient to change the course of the pandemic.

Labour's 2030 HIV goal within reach, says PM

Keir Starmer announces a £170m action plan to end new HIV transmissions in England by 2030, featuring home testing and opt-out screening in A&E. Read the full story.

NHS App to Offer HIV Home Testing in New Trial

A groundbreaking £5 million trial will allow people in England to order HIV testing kits via the NHS App, with results delivered securely to their phones. This initiative aims to increase testing accessibility and combat stigma.

Trump Ends World AIDS Day Tradition

The US State Department has halted its World AIDS Day commemorations, a tradition since 1993. Discover the implications for global HIV funding and awareness.

Global Fund falls short, 23 million lives at risk

A $7bn funding shortfall for the Global Fund puts 23 million lives at risk from HIV, TB, and malaria. The UK and US have reduced their pledges. Urgent action is needed to bridge the gap.

Labour MPs Alarm Over Prison Education Cuts

Labour-led committee expresses 'alarm' at government plans to slash prison education budgets by up to 50%, threatening rehabilitation efforts and reoffending rates.

Passenger Sues EgyptAir Over Hypodermic Needle Attack

An American traveller files a $2 million lawsuit against EgyptAir after claiming he was injected with a hypodermic needle during a flight, raising serious concerns about passenger safety and potential HIV and hepatitis exposure.

Mixed Reactions to USAID Cuts: Not Everyone is Mourning

As US foreign aid programmes face significant cuts, mixed reactions emerge from communities worldwide. While some lament the loss of crucial funding, others question the effectiveness and legacy of American development assistance.

HIV-positive blood given to thalassemia patient

A major healthcare failure in India's Madhya Pradesh state sees a thalassemia patient contract HIV after receiving contaminated blood transfusion, sparking nationwide outrage and investigations.

Wanted App: Retailers' New Weapon Against Shoplifting

UK retailers are deploying an innovative smartphone application that enables real-time sharing of shoplifter images and information, creating a powerful digital neighbourhood watch against retail crime.

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