FDA Approves Biannual HIV Prevention Shot for Enhanced Protection
TL;DR
The FDA has approved Yeztugo, a long-acting HIV prevention drug by Gilead Sciences, which is injected twice a year and shows high efficacy in preventing HIV transmission, especially among high-risk populations. Despite its potential, challenges such as high cost, insurance coverage issues, and political funding cuts could hinder its widespread use and impact on reducing HIV rates in the US.
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