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The US aid freeze has critically impacted thousands in Uganda, especially those with HIV, by halting the supply of crucial ARV drugs and preventive medications. This disruption has forced clinics to shut down, risking a significant increase in AIDS-related deaths and creating uncertainty among healthcare providers and patients.