Researchers believe a topical microbicide gel may prevent the spread of AIDS

[Guest guest]

A big breakthrough. Let's hope it lays some groundwork for prophylactically dealing with the newest retro-virus, XMRV, which is being implicated in the majority of CFS paitients.

Unfortunately, the news isn't as good for someone who's had the virus a long time, as implied in this article, the infection slowly breaks down the immune system until it becomes a non-factor. But anti-viral drugs are boosting the IS and extending lives, so again, there may be some hope on the horizon for CFS patients.

NPR interview with scientist here: (audio also available)

http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=128721744