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prescription drug costs
Antiretroviral Price Increases in Medicare Part D
There are several policy proposals to control the cost of prescription drugs, including proposals that require manufacturers to provide a rebate to the federal government if their drug prices increase faster than inflation. We found 73% of antiretrovirals — drugs that treat HIV — had list prices that rose faster than the rate of inflation between 2016 and 2017.
key HIV facts
Latest Polling1.1M
Over 1.1 million people are living with HIV in the U.S. (March 2019)
$2.3B
The Ryan White Program HIV/AIDS program is funded at $2.3 billion for FY 2019, making it the third-largest source of HIV funding behind Medicaid and Medicare. (February 2019)
40%
Medicaid is the largest source of insurance coverage for people with HIV, estimated to cover more than 40% of people with HIV in care. (October 2016)
43%
of HIV diagnoses in the U.S. are for Black Americans. (February 2019)
greater than aids
- building community
The Power of Public-Private Partnership
KFF’s Greater Than AIDS initiative offers a model for public-private sector collaboration to support communities most affected. Learn more… - real people. real stories.
Inspiring Videos About Prevention, Testing & Treatment
From diagnosis to disclosure, to finding love and staying healthy regardless of status, real people open up about their experiences with HIV. Watch now… - knowledge is power
Accessible, Mobile-Friendly HIV Resources
More than 100 FAQs – in English and Spanish – covering HIV basics, testing, prevention, care and treatment. Also easy-to-use ZIP Code locators to find local care and other support services, and more. Learn more…
HIV in the u.s.
- the basics
The HIV/AIDS Epidemic in the United States
This updated fact sheet provides the latest data on the U.S. HIV epidemic, including key trends over time, impact by region and population, and information on the U.S. government’s response. - medicaid
Medicaid and HIV
This fact sheet provides an overview of the role of Medicaid for people with HIV, including trends and characteristics of beneficiaries, spending, services and other issues. - HIV testing
HIV Testing in the United States
HIV testing is integral to HIV prevention, treatment, and care. This fact sheet presents key facts about HIV testing statistics, requirements, sites, and insurance coverage. - antiretrovirals
AIDS Drug Assistance Programs (ADAPs)
Learn more about AIDS Drug Assistance Programs (ADAPs), which provide HIV-related prescription drugs to low-income people with HIV/AIDS who have limited or no prescription drug coverage.
global hiv/aids epidemic
- U.S. GOVERNMENT PROGRAMS
The U.S. President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR)
This fact sheet looks at the history, funding, and future outlook of the President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR), the U.S. government’s major global initiative to combat HIV/AIDS. - funding
Donor Government Funding for HIV
This report, produced in partnership with UNAIDS, tracks funding levels of the donor governments that collectively provide the bulk of international assistance for AIDS in low- and middle-income countries.
- U.s. government programs
U.S. Federal Funding for HIV/AIDS: Trends Over Time
This fact sheet provides an overview of trends in federal funding for HIV and an update on current funding levels. Federal funding for combined global and domestic HIV efforts has increased significantly over the course of the epidemic. - TIMELINE
Global HIV/AIDS Timeline
The Global HIV/AIDS Timeline is designed to serve as an ongoing reference tool for the many political, scientific, cultural, and community developments that have occurred over the history of the epidemic.
