HIV testing and outreach falter as Trump funding cuts sweep the South

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May 12, 2025, 1:10 PM

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This article discusses the impact of funding cuts on HIV prevention programs, particularly in the Southern United States, under the Trump administration. The cuts have resulted in reduced services such as testing and outreach, leading to concerns about increased HIV infections and deaths. Community organizations and health departments are struggling to maintain their efforts due to the loss of federal grants and delayed funding, particularly affecting underserved communities. Experts warn that these funding reductions could reverse progress made in combating the epidemic, potentially leading to a resurgence of HIV.

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