New York City is facing a concerning resurgence in HIV cases, a trend that is eerily reminiscent of the city's early days of the AIDS epidemic. 45 years after the first reported cases of AIDS, the city's health department is sounding the alarm on a rise in new HIV diagnoses, particularly among young people and communities of color. According to recent data, the number of new HIV cases in NYC has increased by nearly 30% over the past five years, with many of these cases attributed to a lack of access to preventive measures and delayed testing. As the city grapples with this public health crisis, officials are urging residents to get tested and take steps to prevent the spread of the disease.


45 years after first AIDS report, HIV cases are rising again in NYC  Spectrum News NY1