Understanding HIV and AIDS

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When this virus attacks the immune system, it makes it ______ and ______ to protect against infections and diseases.

weak, unable

HIV is an ______ or ______ which requires contact with body fluids. It has no ______ to prevent it.

STI, STD, cure

Select three ways one can be prevented from contracting AIDS:

  • Not traveling to other countries
  • Eating healthy
  • Abstain from sex (correct)
  • Getting the Covid19 Vaccine
  • Have one faithful sexual partner (correct)
  • Never use drugs (correct)

People who are HIV positive should be treated with ______ and ______.

<p>respect, dignity</p> Signup and view all the answers

You should never spread ______ about people that have contracted HIV.

<p>gossip</p> Signup and view all the answers

HIV and AIDS awareness month is observed in which month:

<p>December (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

HIV is passed from one person to another by:

<p>Unprotected sexual intercourse, blood transfusion, sharing needles, and an infected mother to her baby during birth or through breastfeeding.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Write two ways that HIV cannot be transmitted to another person.

<p>Through the air (coughing, sneezing), or through casual contact like touching, hugging, sharing utensils, or being in the same room.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

HIV

Human Immunodeficiency Virus, a virus that weakens the immune system, making it vulnerable to infections.

AIDS

Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome, a condition resulting from weakened immune system due to HIV.

STI

Sexually Transmitted Infection, an infection transmitted through sexual contact.

HIV Transmission

HIV is spread through contact with bodily fluids like blood, semen, vaginal fluids, and breast milk from an infected person.

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HIV Prevention

Methods to avoid contracting HIV, such as abstaining from sex, using protection, and having one faithful sexual partner.

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HIV Non-Transmission

HIV is not spread through casual contact, like touching, hugging, or sharing objects.

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HIV Treatment

Although there's no cure, medications can manage HIV infection, improving survival.

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HIV Awareness Month

December is designated to raise awareness and understanding about HIV and AIDS.

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HIV Positive Treatment

People with HIV should be treated with respect and dignity and should be given access to accurate information and care.

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HIV Prevention Methods

Methods to avoid contracting HIV, such as abstaining from sex, using protection, and having one faithful sexual partner, and never using drugs.

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Study Notes

HIV and AIDS

  • HIV stands for Human Immunodeficiency Virus
  • HIV weakens the immune system, making the body vulnerable to infections
  • HIV is a sexually transmitted infection (STI)
  • HIV requires contact with body fluids like blood, semen, vaginal fluids, and breast milk
  • There is no cure for HIV
  • AIDS stands for Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome
  • AIDS is a stage of HIV infection where the immune system is severely damaged
  • People with AIDS die from other diseases that their weakened immune system can't fight off
  • HIV transmission occurs through unprotected sexual intercourse, blood transfusions, sharing needles, and from an infected mother to her child during pregnancy, birth, or breastfeeding
  • HIV is not spread through casual contact, such as sharing food, drinks, or personal items, or by being in the same room with an infected person

Prevention of HIV/AIDS

  • Abstain from sex until adulthood or marriage
  • Have only one faithful sexual partner
  • Avoid drug use, as drugs impair judgment
  • Maintain healthy lifestyle choices

Treatment of HIV/AIDS

  • There is no cure for HIV
  • Scientists have developed drugs to treat HIV infection
  • Drug treatment improves the survival time for patients

Caring for People with HIV/AIDS

  • Treat people with HIV like everyone else, with respect and dignity
  • Get accurate information about the disease
  • Show kindness, love, and support
  • Do not spread gossip or discriminate against people with HIV/AIDS

HIV Transmission Prevention

  • Not traveling to other countries
  • Abstaining from sex
  • Eating a healthy diet
  • Getting vaccinated against Covid-19
  • Having one faithful sexual partner

HIV Awareness Month

  • December is HIV and AIDS awareness month

HIV Transmission Methods

  • Unprotected sexual intercourse
  • Blood transfusion / sharing needles

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