New deal reduces cost of HIV/AIDS prevention injection

A new HIV prevention drug, Lenacapavir, will be available at a significantly reduced cost of $40 in over 100 low- and middle-income countries by 2027, down from $28,000 annually. This injectable treatment, which has shown promising trial results and received WHO backing, aims to enhance access for vulnerable populations and replace existing daily oral PrEP medications.

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