Uganda Clinic Faces Closure: Trump's Aid Cuts Leave HIV Patients in Despair

Uganda's Family Hope Clinic Faces Closure After Trump's Aid Cuts Eastern Uganda's Family Hope clinic, a lifeline for HIV patients, faces imminent closure due to the drastic cuts in US foreign aid implemented during the Trump administration. The clinic, previously 100% funded by USAID, now faces a critical shortage of funds, jeopardizing the lives of hundreds of vulnerable patients. Clinic director Daniel explains, "If the money stops, we close." This statement perfectly encapsulates the precarious situation facing the clinic and its patients. Nineteen-year-old Alex, an HIV-positive patient reliant on the clinic, shares his fears: "I had the feeling like I wanted to drown myself, because all my whole life I was getting my medicine at Family Hope." His words highlight the desperation and uncertainty felt by those who depend on the clinic for essential medication and care. The documentary powerfully illustrates the human consequences of political decisions. The clinic's dwindling supplies, shown in the film, are a stark reminder of the potential for a humanitarian crisis. While the clinic currently has enough supplies for two months, the future remains uncertain, leaving patients in a state of anxiety and fear. The video serves as a call for renewed commitment to global health initiatives and the importance of sustained funding for vital healthcare services in developing nations.