26. HIV Overview (C114)

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What has been a constant companion to humans throughout history?

Infectious diseases

How many deaths were caused by pandemics in 2019 according to Our World in Data?

18.56 million

What was the name of the plague that occurred from 165-180 AD?

Antonine Plague

What was the approximate number of deaths caused by the Black Death?

200M

What is the name of the pandemic that started in 2012 and is still present?

MERS

What is the estimated number of people who died from diarrhea diseases in the year 1600?

1.53 million

Who are the two scientists credited with the discovery of HIV?

Françoise Barré-Sinoussi and Luc Montagnier

What is the estimated number of people who died from HIV/AIDS in the year 2019?

6.9 million

What is the primary mode of transmission of HIV?

Sexual contact and blood exchange

What percentage of people aged 13-24 living with HIV were unaware of their infection in 2018?

44%

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