The Global Fund to Fight AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria announced in its annual report that it has saved 70 million lives since its inception in 2002. The organization warns that without renewed commitment and investment, gains in combating these diseases could be undone.

• The combined death rate from AIDS, tuberculosis, and malaria has been slashed by 63 percent, and the combined incidence rate cut by 42 percent.
• Peter Sands, executive director of the Global Fund, emphasized the need to move faster, reduce fragmentation, and maximize every dollar.
• The report highlights continued progress with a record number of people on antiretroviral therapy for HIV and a record number of people with tuberculosis receiving treatment.