HIV stands for Human Immunodeficiency Virus. It is a virus that attacks the body's immune system, making it harder for the body to fight off infections and diseases. If left untreated,
HIV can progress to a more advanced stage called AIDS (Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome). It is primarily transmitted through unprotected sexual intercourse, sharing needles, or from an infected mother to her child during childbirth or breastfeeding. While there is no cure for
HIV, antiretroviral therapy (ART) can help manage the virus and allow individuals with
HIV to live long and healthy lives.
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