10 Questions
What is the estimated number of people living with HIV at the end of 2020?
37.7 million
How many people have died from HIV-related causes in 2020?
680,000
What is the main route through which HIV spreads?
Contact with certain bodily fluids
What is the significance of HIV attacking cells that help the human body fight infection?
It makes a person more vulnerable to other infections and diseases
What is the timeframe for AIDS to develop after infection with HIV?
7-10 years
What is the meaning of AIDS?
A condition caused by the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV)
How is HIV primarily transmitted?
Through infected blood and blood products
When does AIDS occur in relation to HIV infection?
Only after the immune system is badly damaged due to HIV
How does HIV interfere with the body's immune system?
By damaging the immune system
How can HIV be transmitted from mother to child?
During breastfeeding
Test your knowledge on the introduction to AIDS and the global public health issue of HIV. Explore key statistics and information related to HIV and AIDS, including the impact on the WHO African Region and the Indian scenario.
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