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HIV /AIDS

HIV(Human Immunodeficiency Virus) is a virus that weakens the immune system, making it harder to fight off infections. AIDS(Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome)...

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what is HIV/AIDS?

HIV(Human Immunodeficiency Virus) is a virus that weakens the immune system, making it harder to fight off infections.

AIDS(Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome) is a condition that can develop when HIV is not treated

Remember!

  • Some may not have any symptoms at all for as long as 10-15 years
  • HIV infection is not curable.
  • The only way to diagnose HIV is through HIV specific blood test.