Trump Administration Halts H.I.V. Drug Distribution in Poor Countries
Briefly

The Trump administration's recent directive has mandated that foreign organizations cease the disbursement of H.I.V. medications that were purchased with U.S. aid, significantly disrupting treatment for many individuals. This directive includes halting the flow of funds from the President's Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR), a program responsible for saving more than 25 million lives globally. Reports indicate that appointments are being canceled, patients are being turned away from clinics, and there is confusion among federal officials due to internal communication restrictions.
The Trump administration has halted disbursing H.I.V. medications purchased with U.S. aid to foreign organizations, disrupting treatment for many people living with H.I.V.
The freeze on foreign aid includes critical programs like PEPFAR, which has significantly improved global health by saving over 25 million lives worldwide.
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