Friday, November 30, 2018

New Data Shows New York on Track to Reduce HIV Infections by the End of 2020

 
New York State is on track to end the AIDS epidemic by the end of 2020 and proposed new regulations that will remove barriers and expand access to care for uninsured or under-insured people living with HIV. These regulations build on New York's reputation as a national leader in the fight against HIV. 

In New York, the number of people newly diagnosed with HIV continues to fall to historic lows, demonstrating that the State's efforts to end the epidemic are making a significant impact. World AIDS Day is December 1st, and World AIDS day activities in New York will be held Tuesday, December 4, with the NYS Ending the Epidemic Summit on December 5. 

"New York State has made tremendous progress in the fight against HIV/AIDS, and this new data demonstrates we're on track to achieve our goal of ending the epidemic by 2020," Governor Cuomo said. 

"As our fight to end the epidemic continues, these new regulations will ensure more individuals living with HIV have access to the care they need and in the process help stop further transmissions." 

Click here for the full announcement. 

Source: The Office of Governor Andrew M. Cuomo

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