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U.S. aid freeze puts HIV-positive orphans in Kenya and their lifesaving drugs at risk


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Published in Health and Fitness on Friday, February 21st 2025 at 7:43 GMT by MSN   Print publication without navigation

  • The Trump administration's global aid freeze is threatening the lives of HIV-positive orphans at Nyumbani Children's Home in Nairobi.

The article from MSN discusses the dire situation faced by HIV-positive orphans in Kenya due to a freeze on U.S. aid. The U.S. Congress has not yet approved the budget for PEPFAR (President's Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief), which has historically provided crucial funding for HIV treatment and prevention in Kenya. This delay has led to a halt in the supply of antiretroviral drugs, putting the lives of these children at risk. The article highlights the personal stories of children like 13-year-old Brian, who relies on these medications to survive. Without the drugs, these children face not only health deterioration but also potential death. The situation underscores the broader implications of political decisions on global health, particularly in regions heavily dependent on foreign aid for managing epidemics like HIV/AIDS.

Read the Full MSN Article at:
[ https://www.msn.com/en-us/health/other/u-s-aid-freeze-puts-hiv-positive-orphans-in-kenya-and-their-lifesaving-drugs-at-risk/ar-AA1zvpe4 ]

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