But that important development has raised further concern about the costs of the new AIDS care.

It is estimated that AIDS care will cost $3 billion this year, half a percent of the nation's health bill.

The $400,000 raised will be used for direct AIDS care and preventive education.

The team contributes $1 for AIDS care and research from every ticket sold to the game.

For others as well, the quality and the availability of AIDS care vary widely.

AIDS care can be delivered at lower cost - through early treatment, ambulatory medical services and home care.

In 1986, according to Federal officials and health economists, $1.1 billion was spent on AIDS care.

He called the state's reimbursements for AIDS medical care "the richest in the nation."

Also affected are research and teaching hospitals that specialize in AIDS care.

Decentralization of AIDS care and prevention services throughout the country is an important priority.