Scientists Say They Have Cured A Woman Of HIV

A groundbreaking case of curing HIV using stem cells from umbilical cord blood is discussed. This is the first case involving a mixed-race woman, highlighting the potential for broader donor matches. The science behind HIV infection and the CCR5 mutation is explained. The patient, who also had leukemia, has been off HIV medication for 14 months with no detectable virus. While promising, this treatment is currently viable for a limited number of patients with high-risk cancers. The global impact is significant, but the procedure remains risky and suitable for only a few dozen patients annually.

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