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U.S. News $2 Million Slated for Puerto Ricans With HIV/AIDSJuly 26, 2012 More than $2 million in federal funds is headed to Puerto Rico to help patients on a waiting list for AIDS drug assistance. More than 44,000 people among the island's nearly 4 million residents have been diagnosed with HIV/AIDS; it is unclear exactly how many are waiting for medication. Resident Commissioner Pedro Pierluisi said Tuesday the money will go to help individuals who lack health insurance. The US territory recently received $17 million to expand HIV treatment and prevention programs in metropolitan areas. Associated Press 07.24.2012  This article was provided by U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. It is a part of the publication CDC HIV/Hepatitis/STD/TB Prevention News Update. Visit the CDC's website to find out more about their activities, publications and services.
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