Infection Rates Falling, But AIDS Still Spreading


	Infection Rates Falling, But AIDS Still Spreading

knslyr

5-31-2006 10:55 AM

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5-31-2006 10:57 AM

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The incidence of new HIV infections appears to have stabilised for the first time in the 25-year history of AIDS, although the global pandemic will still have a deep, long-term impact, a new UN report said on Tuesday.

The world is making progress against the disease, thanks to a massive increase in spending, better access to drugs and growing awareness. But huge problems remain, the UN agency coordinating the fight against HIV and AIDS has warned.

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