People in the United States who have HIV and need kidney or liver transplants can now receive organs from donors who also have HIV without having to be part of a research study. A new federal rule is expected to reduce wait times and expand access to organ transplants,

The landmark move is expected to shorten wait times for organs for all patients and reduce hurdles to life-saving care for those with HIV.

A new rule from the Biden administration allows organ transplants from HIV-positive donors to HIV-positive recipients.