Scientists hail ‘tremendous progress’ in cutting HIV cases

New infections in Africa are down but more work is needed, says HIV researcher

Scientists from countries including South Africa, Uganda and Botswana have presented their latest findings on the search for an HIV cure as part of a conference held in Munich, Germany.

Presentations at the 25th International Aids Conference on 23 July covered immune responses in individuals on long-term treatment, novel targets for an HIV cure and how HIV affects the tonsils of adults and children.