A Gel Against HIV Fails, Disappointing Researchers

By Maggie Mertens An antimicrobial gel tested as a method to curb the spread of HIV just proved ineffective in a major human study. Microbicide gels have offered hope in curbing the rapid spread of HIV to women in developing nations. In Kenya women are Read More...

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Posted Dec 14 2009, 01:26 PM by NPR Blogs: Shots - Health News
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