1. HIV “Human Immunodeficiency Syndrome” A retrovirus
HIV invades the helper T cells to replicate itself.
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2. AIDS Acquired Immuno Deficiency Syndrome
HIV is the virus that causes AIDS
Disease limits the body’s ability to fight infection
No Cure
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3. Four Stages of HIV Stage 1 - Primary
Short, flu-like illness - occurs one to six weeks after infection
no symptoms at all
Infected person can infect other people
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4. Stage 2 - Asymptomatic Lasts for an average of ten years
This stage is free from symptoms
There may be swollen glands
The level of HIV in the blood drops to very low levels
HIV antibodies are detectable in the blood
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5. Stage 3 - Symptomatic The symptoms are mild
The immune system deteriorates
emergence of opportunistic infections and cancers
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6. Stage 4 - HIV  AIDS The immune system weakens Severe loss of weight
The illnesses become more severe leading to an AIDS
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7. 1. Through Bodily Fluids during intercourse
Modes of HIV/AIDS Transmission
1. Through Bodily Fluids during intercourse
Semen
Vaginal fluids
Breast Milk
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8. 2. Through Drug Use Sharing Needles Without sterilization
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9. Mother-to-Baby Before Birth During Birth Postpartum After the birth
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10. 1. Refraining from sexual contact and intravenous drug use
Ways to protect yourself
1. Refraining from sexual contact and intravenous drug use
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11. Monogamous relationship
only one sex partner who is not infected with HIV
Avoid homosex
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12. Protected Sex Use condoms (female or male)
Always use latex or polyurethane condom (not a natural skin condom)

13. When Using A Condom Remember To:
Make sure the package is not expired or damaged
Never use the condom more than once
Use water-based rather than oil-based condoms
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14. Sterile Needles
If a needle/syringe or cooker is shared, it must be disinfected:
Fill the syringe with undiluted bleach and wait at least 30 seconds.
thoroughly rinse with water
Do this between each person’s use
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15. Thank You!
K.V. Foundation