| HIV (Human
Immunodeficiency Virsu) is the virus that causes AIDS. A person infected
with the virus can be without any symptoms for an average of 10 years,
but still infect others durring this time. HIV weakens the immune
system until it can no longer fight off common illnesses such as pneumonia,
tuberculosis, cancers, and many others. A person is diagnosed with
AIDS (Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome) when their immune system is
seriously damaged by HIV. There is still no cure for HIV or AIDS. |
| HIV is
transmitted.............. |
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Through unprotected oral, anal, and/or vaginal
sex with an infected partner
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By sharing needles, syringes, or drug works with
an infected person
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During pregnancy, childbirth, or breast feeding
from an infected mother to child
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HIV is
NOT transmitted.............. |
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By casual contact with an infected person, i.e. shaking hands, sharing
a bathroom, or eating from shared utensils.
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By saliva, sweat, and tears.
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By mosquitoes or any other insects
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** Knowing your HIV status is the first step in HIV prevention.
Protect yourself, get tested today!
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