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Though incredible gains have been made to control HIV and AIDS epidemics, AIDS-related deaths have plateaued. Those facing the greatest risk of mortality and morbidity are the individuals living with advanced HIV disease. The burden of advanced HIV disease is significant and the health risks faced by those living with HIV are great. The Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation (EGPAF) has been working to build innovative models to respond to the health needs of all individuals at risk of, or infected with HIV, including those diagnosed with advanced HIV disease. This fact sheet highlights why advanced HIV disease requires urgent attention, and health programming and services that can prevent and treat advanced disease.

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