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New HIV drug taken twice a year shows promise in preventing infections in trials

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The long fight against HIV/AIDS may get a potent new weapon. A new drug, taken by injection twice a year, shows great promise in preventing new HIV infections and would ease the treatment process since patients currently have to take daily medication. It could have far-reaching impacts, especially in lower-income countries that are facing rising new infection rates. William Brangham reports.

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U.S. & Canada
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treating HIV, HIV/AIDs, HIV drugs
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