Welcome to the Conversation: AIDS 2026 from Rio de Janeiro.

In partnership with Gilead Sciences, Plus Life is proud to bring powerful conversations with advocates, scientists, experts, community leaders, researchers, and more to the forefront of HIV prevention and treatment.

This year’s theme, #RethinkRebuildRise, explores resilience, self empowerment, and the importance of community. Throughout the conference, we’ll be sharing daily breaking news, research, and conversations happeing for those here and abroad.

Today’s guests:

• Jared Baeten, MD, PhD, Senior Vice President of Clinical Development and Virology Therapeutic Area Head at Gilead Sciences

• Linda H. Scruggs, Co-Director, Ribbon – A Center of Excellence

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