Eliminating HIV - Progress, Possibilities, and Roadblocks

Explore the progress, possibilities, and roadblocks in eliminating HIV in this 50-minute talk from The Aspen Institute. Delve into the ambitious goal of ending the HIV epidemic within five years, as pledged by President Trump in February. Examine the challenges and requirements for achieving this goal, including vigorous research, aggressive outreach, new global commitments, improved access to evidence-based treatment, attitude changes, and necessary resources. Learn about the current state of HIV/AIDS, with 37 million people living with the virus globally, including one million in the United States, and the ongoing impact of 5,000 new infections daily. Gain insights from leading scientists and thought leaders, some of whom have been fighting AIDS since its emergence, as they discuss strategies to reach these ambitious targets. Topics covered include PrEP, PEPFAR, stigma reduction, scientific advancements, challenges faced by women, community involvement, the role of the gay community and clergy, President Trump's HIV plan, the opioid epidemic's impact, mental health considerations, bipartisanship, and community-based organizations' efforts in combating HIV/AIDS.