New U.S. rule will allow HIV-positive organ transplants

People with HIV can now receive organ transplants, thanks to a new HHS rule
The U.S. Health and Human Services (HHS) announced on Tuesday that people living with HIV can now receive kidney and liver transplants from other people living with HIV. Such transplants were once restricted only to people participating in research studies.
US health officials give the OK for organ transplants between HIV-positive patients
Kidney transplants from HIV-positive donors are now permitted by U.S. health officials. The Department of Health and Human Services made the decision on Tuesday, which is expected to reduce wait times for all patients and improve life-saving care for patients with HIV.
New rule allows HIV-positive organ transplants — expected to shorten wait time for all
People with HIV who need a kidney or liver transplant will be able to receive an organ from a donor with HIV under a new rule announced Tuesday by US health officials.
New Biden Admin Rule Allows Organ Transplants for People With HIV
A new rule from the Biden administration allows organ transplants from HIV-positive donors to HIV-positive recipients.
U.S. okays organ transplants between people with HIV, expanding donor pool
The landmark move is expected to shorten wait times for organs for all patients and reduce hurdles to life-saving care for those with HIV.
New US Rule Allows HIV-Positive Liver and Kidney Transplants
The US Department of Health has announced a final rule to expand access to kidney and liver transplants for people with HIV by removing clinical research requirements for these transplants. This action marks a significant step forward in increasing the availability of life-saving organs for all patients regardless of their HIV status while continuing to reduce barriers and stigma regarding the illness.
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