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… Overview HIV does not survive well outside the body. HIV cannot be spread from one person to another in any of the following ways: Casual contact In studies of hundreds of …
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… Overview HIV (human immunodeficiency virus) is a virus … HIV-Resistant People HIV: Stages of Infection Ways HIV Cannot Be Spread Preventing infections HIV: …
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… that you can talk to your doctor about them. HIV Testing: Should I Get Tested for Human … Your options Have a blood or saliva test for HIV. Do not have the test. If you believe … you have HIV, you can take steps to prevent spreading HIV to others. You may be afraid to …
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… Condition Overview What is HIV? What is AIDS? HIV (human immunodeficiency … people who don't know they have it. So it's always important to protect yourself and others … doesn't survive well outside the body. So HIV cannot be spread through casual contact with …
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… Overview HIV is present in the blood, semen, and … who is infected with HIV and is usually spread by: Unprotected sex (vaginal, anal, or … or steroids or those used for tattoos. You cannot get HIV through everyday contact with …
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… Transmitted Infections Series What are HIV and AIDS? The human immunodeficiency virus … types of HIV tests? Currently there are two ways to test for HIV. One of these is a … infections by doing the following: always use condoms for any vaginal, anal, and …
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… Topic Overview A few people with HIV are described as non-progressors . These … symptoms or disease, but they can still spread HIV. Most non-progressors: Have lived … cells are relatively resistant to HIV. If HIV cannot attach itself to CD4+ cells, it cannot …
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… important thing you can do to help stop the spread of germs that cause illnesses such as … a common way to get germs on your hands. You cannot avoid contacting germs, but you can … children wash their hands? Children should always wash their hands before they eat or …
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… 38a Why should I get tested? HIV testing is important for people to receive … you have any questions about HIV testing or ways to reduce your risk of getting HIV and … you have any questions about HIV testing or ways to reduce your risk of getting HIV and …
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… Overview Weight loss in people with HIV has many possible causes. They may … Don't change medicines on your own. Always discuss changes in medicines with your … to get exercise. They don't pose a risk of spreading HIV to other athletes or coaches. In …
