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Proposed Cuts Risk 12% Spike in HIV Infections

9/30/2025

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House Republicans propose cutting $525 million from the Ryan White Program, risking HIV treatment for low-income individuals.
Experts warn these cuts could raise new HIV infections by 12% by 2030.
The Senate would maintain current HIV funding levels.
Eliminating Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) HIV budget could cause over 213,300 new infections and $52.4 billion in medical costs.

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House Republicans propose cutting $525 million from the Ryan White Program, risking HIV treatment for low-income individuals.
Experts warn these cuts could raise new HIV infections by 12% by 2030.
The Senate would maintain current HIV funding levels.
Eliminating Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) HIV budget could cause over 213,300 new infections and $52.4 billion in medical costs.