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South Africa to Produce Groundbreaking HIV Prevention Drug
SolutionsMar 5

South Africa to Produce Groundbreaking HIV Prevention Drug

South Africa is partnering with Gilead Sciences to manufacture a revolutionary HIV prevention medicine that requires just two injections per year. The deal could bring affordable access to a drug that offers near-complete protection against HIV infection.

STAT News2 min read
Nigeria Gets Twice-Yearly HIV Prevention Drug by March
Health & WellnessMar 3

Nigeria Gets Twice-Yearly HIV Prevention Drug by March

Nigeria will receive a groundbreaking HIV prevention injection that works for six months with just two doses per year, making protection more accessible than ever. The new drug arrives in March 2026 as part of the country's ambitious plan to end the HIV epidemic.

AllAfrica - Health2 min read
Kenya Gets 21,000 Doses of Twice-Yearly HIV Prevention Drug
Health & WellnessFeb 18

Kenya Gets 21,000 Doses of Twice-Yearly HIV Prevention Drug

Kenya just received its first shipment of a groundbreaking HIV prevention drug that only requires two injections per year. The game-changing medication will reach high-risk communities starting in March at a fraction of its former cost.

AllAfrica - Headlines2 min read
New HIV Drug Shows 100% Prevention in 8,200 Participants
Health & WellnessJun 9

New HIV Drug Shows 100% Prevention in 8,200 Participants

A twice-yearly injection called Lenacapavir prevented HIV transmission with near-perfect results across two major trials involving 8,200 people in high-risk areas. The breakthrough could transform HIV prevention by replacing daily pills with just two shots per year.

Good News Network2 min read
FDA Clears New Drug Trial for Early PTSD Prevention
Health & WellnessMay 29

FDA Clears New Drug Trial for Early PTSD Prevention

A groundbreaking treatment that could prevent PTSD before it takes hold just cleared a major regulatory hurdle. The FDA has approved human trials for RST-101, a drug designed to stop trauma from becoming chronic psychological distress.

Google News - New Treatment2 min read
Netflix Model Could Make $28K HIV Prevention Drug Free
SolutionsApr 4

Netflix Model Could Make $28K HIV Prevention Drug Free

A twice-yearly shot prevents HIV with 100% effectiveness, but its $28,000 price tag keeps it out of reach. A proven "subscription pricing" model could make it accessible to everyone who needs it.

STAT News2 min read
Common Seizure Drug May Prevent Alzheimer's Years Early
Health & WellnessMar 4

Common Seizure Drug May Prevent Alzheimer's Years Early

A medication that's been treating seizures for 25 years might hold the key to preventing Alzheimer's disease decades before symptoms appear. Northwestern University researchers discovered it blocks the toxic brain proteins that trigger dementia.

Fox News Health2 min read
Low-Dose THC Plus Common Drug May Prevent Alzheimer's
Health & WellnessFeb 1

Low-Dose THC Plus Common Drug May Prevent Alzheimer's

Scientists discovered that tiny doses of THC combined with an arthritis medication protected memory and reduced brain damage in Alzheimer's mice. Both drugs are already FDA-approved, which could fast-track human trials and offer hope to millions.

Google News - Health3 min read
Ghana Students Launch Anti-Drug Clubs in 2 High Schools
Community HeroesMar 8

Ghana Students Launch Anti-Drug Clubs in 2 High Schools

Student-led drug prevention clubs are now active in two Ghana high schools, empowering teens to tackle substance abuse before it starts. The initiative comes as new data shows girls ages 10-15 now match boys in smoking and drinking rates.

Myjoyonline Ghana2 min read
Salem Launches 3-Part Plan to Prevent and Treat Addiction
SolutionsMar 26

Salem Launches 3-Part Plan to Prevent and Treat Addiction

Salem, Oregon is launching a new initiative to prevent addiction, expand treatment access, and reduce drug trafficking in the community. The city is mapping resources and working with partners to create long-term solutions based on resident feedback.

Google News - New Treatment3 min read
Merck's HIV Prevention Pill Could Cost Just $5 Per Year
SolutionsApr 7

Merck's HIV Prevention Pill Could Cost Just $5 Per Year

A promising HIV prevention pill could be manufactured for less than $5 per patient annually, making protection accessible to millions worldwide. The experimental drug shows results within 24 hours and could transform HIV prevention in low-income countries.

STAT News2 min read
Nigeria Gets Game-Changing HIV Prevention Shot in 2026
Health & WellnessMar 3

Nigeria Gets Game-Changing HIV Prevention Shot in 2026

Nigeria will introduce a twice-yearly HIV prevention injection in March 2026 that's 99.9% effective and costs just $40 per year. The breakthrough drug could transform HIV prevention for 1.9 million Nigerians living with the virus.

AllAfrica - Health3 min read
Eswatini Leads Africa's HIV Breakthrough With New Drug
Health & WellnessApr 8

Eswatini Leads Africa's HIV Breakthrough With New Drug

A twice-yearly injectable that's nearly 100% effective at preventing HIV is transforming lives in Eswatini, the first African nation to offer this breakthrough treatment. In just four months, over 2,750 people have received the drug that could prevent one in three new HIV infections across Eastern and Southern Africa.

AllAfrica - Health3 min read
THC Plus Anti-Inflammatory May Prevent Alzheimer's
Health & WellnessFeb 5

THC Plus Anti-Inflammatory May Prevent Alzheimer's

Scientists at the University of Texas discovered that combining low-dose THC with a common arthritis drug improved memory and reduced brain inflammation in mice, offering new hope for preventing Alzheimer's disease. Both drugs are already FDA-approved, which could fast-track this treatment to human trials.

Fox News Health2 min read
New Mouse Model Predicts Antibody Drug Safety in Humans
Health & WellnessFeb 2

New Mouse Model Predicts Antibody Drug Safety in Humans

Scientists in Belgium created a mouse model that catches dangerous side effects of antibody drugs before they reach patients, potentially saving lives and billions in failed trials. The breakthrough could prevent tragedies like past blood clot deaths from drugs that seemed safe in early testing.

Google News - New Treatment3 min read
Nigeria and US Team Up to Stop Drug-Fueled Terrorism
SolutionsApr 2

Nigeria and US Team Up to Stop Drug-Fueled Terrorism

Nigeria's drug enforcement agency and the US DEA are joining forces to cut off the money supply that fuels terrorism across Africa. Their new 12-month action plan targets drug cartels using trafficking profits to fund violent extremist groups.

AllAfrica - Health2 min read
HIV Prevention Drug Faces Distribution Hurdle in 2026
Health & WellnessMar 30

HIV Prevention Drug Faces Distribution Hurdle in 2026

A twice-yearly injection offers near-complete HIV protection, but access challenges highlight the complex path from breakthrough to global impact. Progress continues through partnerships reaching 2 million people in need.

STAT News2 min read
Nigeria Stops 140kg Drugs Hidden in Jackets and Cartons
Community HeroesMar 22

Nigeria Stops 140kg Drugs Hidden in Jackets and Cartons

Nigerian drug enforcement agents intercepted massive shipments of illegal drugs headed to Europe, arresting smugglers who hid thousands of pills in winter jackets, body cream containers, and carton walls. The busts stopped over 140 kilograms of dangerous substances from reaching communities across Italy and other countries.

Vanguard Nigeria2 min read
HIV Drug Resistance Comes With a Catch for the Virus
Health & WellnessFeb 28

HIV Drug Resistance Comes With a Catch for the Virus

Scientists discovered that when HIV develops resistance to the groundbreaking drug lenacapavir, the virus loses its ability to spread effectively. This finding offers hope that the twice-yearly injection can remain a powerful tool in preventing and treating HIV.

Medical Xpress3 min read
South Africa to Produce Game-Changing HIV Prevention Drug
Health & WellnessMar 7

South Africa to Produce Game-Changing HIV Prevention Drug

South Africa is partnering with global health organizations to manufacture a revolutionary twice-yearly HIV injection that could help end the pandemic. The move could bring lifesaving medication to 8 million South Africans living with HIV and millions more across the continent.

Regional: south africa breakthrough (ZA)2 min read

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