HIV/AIDS Bureau

U.S. government agency overseeing HIV/AIDS care and treatment

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The HIV/AIDS Bureau (HAB) is a division of the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA), an agency of the United States Department of Health and Human Services. The bureau is responsible for managing the Ryan White HIV/AIDS Program, which provides a comprehensive system of care for people living with HIV/AIDS who are uninsured or underinsured.

History

The HIV/AIDS Bureau was established in response to the growing HIV/AIDS epidemic in the United States during the late 20th century. The Ryan White Comprehensive AIDS Resources Emergency Act of 1990, named after Ryan White, a teenager who became a national poster child for HIV/AIDS after being expelled from school because of his infection, was a pivotal moment in the establishment of the bureau. The act aimed to improve the quality and availability of care for low-income, uninsured, and underinsured individuals and families affected by HIV/AIDS.

Mission and Goals

The primary mission of the HIV/AIDS Bureau is to provide leadership and resources to assure access to and retention in high-quality, integrated care, and treatment services for vulnerable people living with HIV/AIDS. The bureau aims to reduce health disparities and improve health outcomes for people living with HIV/AIDS.

Programs and Services

The HIV/AIDS Bureau administers the Ryan White HIV/AIDS Program, which is divided into several parts:

• Part A provides grants to metropolitan areas and transitional grant areas that are most severely affected by the HIV/AIDS epidemic.
• Part B provides grants to U.S. states and territories to improve the quality, availability, and organization of health care and support services for individuals with HIV/AIDS.
• Part C supports early intervention services and capacity development in community health centers and other health care facilities.
• Part D focuses on providing family-centered care for women, infants, children, and youth with HIV/AIDS.
• Part F includes the AIDS Education and Training Centers (AETCs), the Dental Reimbursement Program, and the Special Projects of National Significance (SPNS).

Impact

The HIV/AIDS Bureau has played a crucial role in improving the lives of people living with HIV/AIDS in the United States. By providing funding and support for medical care, medications, and essential support services, the bureau has helped to reduce the number of new HIV infections and improve health outcomes for those living with the disease.

Challenges

Despite significant progress, the HIV/AIDS Bureau faces ongoing challenges, including addressing the needs of underserved populations, combating stigma and discrimination, and adapting to changes in the healthcare landscape. The bureau continues to work towards ending the HIV epidemic through innovative programs and partnerships.

Related pages

• Ryan White HIV/AIDS Program
• Health Resources and Services Administration
• HIV/AIDS in the United States
• Ryan White