Efficacy figures for the newest HIV drug revealed

03.12.2024 22:29

Scientists from the United States have made a major step towards defeating the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV).

The arsenal of medicine has been expanded with a vaccine that reduces the risk of infection by almost 100%.

The effectiveness of the new drug is reported on the Emory University website .

People gain almost 100% protection against the virus if they inject the drug once every six months.

The drug also comes in tablet form, but you need to take them daily and visit a doctor once every three months.

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The latest HIV drug is called Lenacapavir and gives humanity a chance to defeat the deadly disease caused by this virus.

Meanwhile, Russia is developing a vaccine against various types of cancer.

The advanced drug is still being developed and prepared for clinical trials.

Dmitry Bobrov Author: Dmitry Bobrov Editor of Internet resources