A trip to Zambia revealed the dire effects of U.S. aid cuts on HIV-positive individuals, including children, who urgently need medication. Interviewees expressed confusion, anxiety, and worsening health due to disruptions in their medication supply. Despite U.S. officials claiming that vital services have been maintained, local accounts contradict this narrative. Parents like Theresa Mwanza reported their children grappling with the changes, highlighting the emotional toll and uncertainty faced by families reliant on consistent treatment. The article underscores a troubling disconnect between policy decisions and their real-world consequences on vulnerable populations.
"So it has been eight days since both Dorcas and her mom, Theresa, took the last of their HIV medications. The change in routine has confused the little girl."
"Administration officials maintain that certain life-saving aid, like HIV medications, has been spared. But people on the ground tell a different story."
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