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Ebola surge tests global response as FDA leadership reshapes U.S. health policy
health3 days ago

Ebola surge tests global response as FDA leadership reshapes U.S. health policy

The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo is worsening and likely undercounted, with spread to Uganda and a Rwanda travel ban for those linked to the DRC, though experts say travel bans don’t stop spread. Momentum for a dedicated U.S. men’s health office remains uncertain ahead of midterms. Acting FDA Commissioner Kyle Diamantas is consolidating leadership amid a reshuffle. A Lancet study puts global mental disorders at 1.17 billion in 2023, underscoring rising need. Eight former CDC directors warn against hasty changes to PEPFAR, arguing the program’s evolution must be careful to preserve its gains.

via statnews.com|
#ebola-outbreak#fda-leadership#health
Trump's HIV funding cuts leave treatment steady but prevention and data reporting falter
future-perfect1 month ago

Trump's HIV funding cuts leave treatment steady but prevention and data reporting falter

Official data show PEPFAR kept about 20 million people on HIV treatment in mid-2025, but prevention work deteriorated sharply: roughly 4 million fewer people were tested in Q4 2025, new treatment starts fell, PrEP enrollments dropped about 41%, and prevention programs for key populations collapsed to near zero, all amid workforce cuts and less transparent reporting—raising concerns of a hidden, long-term HIV surge despite seemingly steady treatment numbers.

via vox.com|
#foreign-aid#future-perfect#hiv
US shifts HIV relief to country-led deals, risking data gaps and stalled progress
world1 month ago

US shifts HIV relief to country-led deals, risking data gaps and stalled progress

The United States is moving away from the centralized PEPFAR framework to a patchwork of bilateral country partnerships, prompting concerns about reduced oversight and weaker data collection just as HIV testing, PrEP uptake, and pediatric treatment decline; experts warn the pace could hinder ongoing progress toward ending the epidemic, despite PEPFAR's historic impact.

via The Guardian|
#data-transparency#global-health#hivaids
South Africa's HIV fight braces as US aid wanes
health3 months ago

South Africa's HIV fight braces as US aid wanes

US funding for South Africa’s HIV response has been cut, risking about $400m a year and threatening testing, treatment and prevention services. SA offered emergency funds and a bridge plan, but experts warn gaps could raise new infections if mobile clinics and data systems shut down. Rollouts like Lenacapavir and CAB-LA depend on sustained funding, and the government is seeking additional support from the Global Fund and other donors as Washington signals a permanent shift to 'America First Global Health Strategy'.

via BBC|
#health#hiv#pepfar
PEPFAR and Gilead Collaborate to Expand HIV Prevention with Breakthrough Drug
health8 months ago

PEPFAR and Gilead Collaborate to Expand HIV Prevention with Breakthrough Drug

The U.S. Department of State announced a PEPFAR initiative to bring Gilead Sciences' breakthrough HIV drug lenacapavir to high-burden countries, aiming to reach up to 2 million people by 2028. The twice-yearly injectable medication, which has shown over 99% effectiveness in clinical trials, will be distributed with the support of the U.S. government and the Global Fund, at no profit from Gilead, to help prevent mother-to-child transmission and reduce HIV infections globally.

via U.S. Department of State (.gov)|
#gilead-sciences#global-health#health
The Future of PEPFAR Amid Funding Uncertainties
health10 months ago

The Future of PEPFAR Amid Funding Uncertainties

PEPFAR, the U.S. initiative to combat HIV/AIDS, narrowly avoided significant funding cuts in 2023, which caused disruptions in clinics and treatment programs worldwide. While the program's future remains uncertain due to expired authorization and shifting priorities, some experts see a renewed bipartisan commitment and a move towards increased international ownership, though challenges persist in maintaining progress against HIV/AIDS globally.

via NPR|
#funding-cuts#global-health#health
US Senate Advances Trump’s $9B Foreign Aid Clawback Amid Budget Deadlines
world10 months ago

US Senate Advances Trump’s $9B Foreign Aid Clawback Amid Budget Deadlines

US Senate Republicans have agreed to exempt the HIV/AIDS program Pepfar from planned $400 million cuts, part of a broader effort to reduce government spending, which could impact global health efforts, especially in Africa. The amendment, supported by the White House, aims to preserve vital funding for HIV/AIDS relief, amid concerns over cuts to international aid and public broadcasting, with the bill awaiting further votes.

via BBC|
#global-health#hivaids-funding#pepfar
Uncertainty Looms Over HIV Funding as PEPFAR Head Resigns
health1 year ago

Uncertainty Looms Over HIV Funding as PEPFAR Head Resigns

Ambassador John Nkengasong, head of PEPFAR, will resign as a political appointee when Donald Trump takes office, amid challenges in global HIV funding. PEPFAR, a bipartisan program since 2003, faces funding uncertainties due to political opposition and reduced donor contributions. With HIV funding declining, there's a push for increased domestic financing, though many countries struggle with debt and low revenue. Despite significant progress in reducing AIDS-related deaths, the fight against HIV remains fragile, requiring sustained treatment for millions.

via Health Policy Watch|
#domestic-financing#global-health#health
"Reflections of Hope: America's Global HIV Program Pioneer"
global-health-hivaids-program-global-aid-efforts2 years ago

"Reflections of Hope: America's Global HIV Program Pioneer"

Dr. John Nkengasong, a key figure in the US global AIDS program, reflects on the transformation of HIV care in Africa over the past 20 years through the President’s Emergency Relief Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR). Despite recent funding battles in Congress, PEPFAR has saved an estimated 25 million lives and significantly reduced AIDS-related deaths globally. Nkengasong's experiences in Africa during the 1990s, when the epidemic was rampant, contrast with the hope and progress brought by PEPFAR, highlighting the program's impact on HIV care, treatment, and prevention in vulnerable regions.

via The Associated Press|
#africa#global-health#global-health-hivaids-program-global-aid-efforts
Uniting Republicans and Democrats to Save Lives: Reauthorizing PEPFAR and Fighting HIV
health2 years ago

Uniting Republicans and Democrats to Save Lives: Reauthorizing PEPFAR and Fighting HIV

Former Senator Rick Santorum and Senator Ben Cardin are urging Republicans and Democrats to unite in reauthorizing the President's Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR), a bipartisan program that has saved 25 million lives and prevented 5.5 million babies from being born HIV-positive. Despite allegations that PEPFAR supports abortion, the program's supporters emphasize that it is about saving lives and has provided stability, economic prosperity, and stronger relations with the United States in African nations. The obstruction of PEPFAR's reauthorization threatens its future role in the global fight against HIV/AIDS.

via Forbes|
#bipartisan#global-humanitarian-aid#health