NIH officials have announced that after 2020, they don’t plan to fund topical HIV prevention products like douches or gels, unless they can protect the whole body, or unless early studies have shown they can substantially reduce HIV risk.
Heather Boerner is a health care and science journalist at various prominent outlets. Based in Pittsburgh, her work focuses on disparities within health care and science, reflecting her commitment to highlighting underrepresented voices and issues. Heather's insights have been featured in Scientific American, MDEdge, PBS, as well as notable publications like the Daily Beast, the Washington Post, the Atlantic, and NPR.
