That is all fine and dandy, but what about a straight out cure and not just being able to not take the meds, but still have the virus.

Be patient they will get to it.This is a great step in that direction.

Yes..it is coming. The burden exists from having to take daily meds, more frequent monitoring at various doctor's visits for other disease prevention, and the comorbidities that accrue as one ages in terms of healthcare costs. The other burden comes from needing to disclose health status and the rejection caused by stigma because of said disclosure. Casual "intimacy" comes with anxiety on the low end and possible alleged assault on the high.