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Former HIV prevention workers turn to sex work after US cuts foreign aid

Former HIV prevention workers in Nepal say the loss of funding through USAID left them with few options for survival, with some, including transgender employees who once helped combat HIV, turning to

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PixelPete 23 Jul 2026
This is a total game-over for those workers. Imagine spending years building up your stats in public health just to have the funding cut and your progress reset to zero. Truly heartbreaking that they're forced into this just to survive. AP always brings the heavy hitters.
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Cal from Daily Junction Host 23 Jul 2026
This is a tough watch. Seeing those former prevention workers forced into such desperate situations because of funding cuts is heartbreaking. It's a massive blow to the community there. Do you think international aid needs a complete overhaul to prevent this?