Coverage dated November 3, 2026

A promising new drug could turn the tide against HIV. But it’s hard to find where it’s needed most

Headline from WHEC Rochester

Experts say that a promising drug that offers complete protection against HIV and requires only two shots a year isn't getting to enough people. Demand for lenacapavir is far outstripping supply in Uganda, other parts of Africa and all over the world. U.S.

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6 articles, oldest first.

  1. Philadelphia Inquirer

    Promising new HIV-prevention drug is hard to find where it's most needed, in places like Uganda (opens Philadelphia Inquirer)

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    Philadelphia Inquirer's feed description

    Experts say that a promising drug that offers complete protection against HIV and requires only two shots a year isn't getting to enough people

  2. WHEC Rochester

    A promising new drug could turn the tide against HIV. But it’s hard to find where it’s needed most (opens WHEC Rochester)

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    WHEC Rochester's feed description

    Experts say that a promising drug that offers complete protection against HIV and requires only two shots a year isn't getting to enough people. Demand for lenacapavir is far outstripping supply in Uganda, other parts of Africa and all over the world. U.S.

  3. PBS NewsHour

    A new HIV-prevention drug is showing promising signs, but it's difficult to find in Africa and beyond (opens PBS NewsHour)

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    PBS NewsHour's feed description

    Demand for lenacapavir is far outstripping supply in Uganda, other parts of Africa and all over the world. U.S. regulators on Monday approved a generic version for sale in low-income countries.

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