Level A1 – BeginnerCEFR A1
2 min
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- Lenacapavir is a long-lasting injection for prevention.
- It helps stop HIV entering the body.
- The shot is given every six months.
- Trials show the injection works very well.
- If it is affordable, many more people can use it.
- Health services must keep the supply steady.
- People need to return for injections on time.
- Many African areas have high HIV rates.
- Countries may offer different prevention choices.
- The shot could reduce many new infections.
Difficult words
- injection — a medicine given with a needleinjections
- prevention — action to stop illness or disease
- affordable — not too expensive for many people
- supply — a stock of medicine or goods
- infection — a disease caused by germs in bodyinfections
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Discussion questions
- Would you return for injections on time?
- Do you prefer a shot or a pill for prevention?
- Is a steady supply of medicine important where you live?
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