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[QUOTE="Queen, post: 87351, member: 27"]
Kenya just kicked off a game-changer in HIV prevention with lenacapavir, a six-month injection that could drastically alter the fight against HIV.

Kenya launches lenacapavir for HIV prevention
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[*]Kenya is one of the first countries to offer lenacapavir.
[*]The long-acting injection will be available for free to eligible patients.
[*]It’s a major step in tackling Kenya's HIV crisis, with 1.4 million affected.
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Lenacapavir hits the market after global buzz
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[*]Science magazine named lenacapavir ‘Breakthrough of the Year’ in 2024.
[*]The injection is given subcutaneously every six months.
[*]Pregnant and breastfeeding women can safely use lenacapavir.
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Kenya and global partners roll out the drug
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[*]21,000 doses were delivered in the first batch, with more to come.
[*]Gilead Sciences and the Global Fund helped secure the drug.
[*]The U.S. is contributing 25,000 more doses for early roll-out.
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Impact on Africa’s HIV prevention efforts
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[*]South Africa, Zambia, Eswatini, and Zimbabwe have also started using lenacapavir.
[*]Kenya is pushing to protect its young population, especially those aged 15-24.
[*]The government is tracking side effects to ensure safety.
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