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The Government’s goal to end new HIV transmissions by 2030 is now within reach thanks to a new action plan, the Health Secretary has said. The HIV action plan, being unveiled by Wes Streeting on World Aids Day on Monday, is set to re-engage people who have left HIV care, bringing them back to lifesaving treatment.

Backed by £170 million funding, the plan is also aimed at tackling the stigma surrounding HIV, with opt-out testing at A&Es during routine blood tests. The testing programme will be delivered in areas with the highest rates, including London and Manchester, reaching thousands of people with undiagnosed infections who might never otherwise visit a sexual health clinic, the Department for Health and Social Care (DHSC) s

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