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Funding Cuts Threaten HIV Vaccine Progress, Leaders Warn

6/5/2025

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The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services has decided to cut funding for the Duke Health-led Center for HIV/AIDS Vaccine Development, sparking fears of a setback in the fight against HIV. Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer condemned the decision, emphasizing that it jeopardizes lives and weakens crucial initiatives aimed at protecting vulnerable communities.

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The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services has decided to cut funding for the Duke Health-led Center for HIV/AIDS Vaccine Development, sparking fears of a setback in the fight against HIV. Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer condemned the decision, emphasizing that it jeopardizes lives and weakens crucial initiatives aimed at protecting vulnerable communities.