Various statistical data shows that women are more vulnerable to HIV transmission than men, with the highest rate of transmission being male-to-female. Biologically, women are at greater risk due to factors such as having a larger mucosal surface area exposed to viruses during sex and having less protective vaginal flora. Despite education efforts, attempts to warn women of these extreme biological risks have failed, highlighting the urgent need for women to take their vulnerability more seriously and protect themselves.

5. Various statistical data exhibits results indicative of a higher vulnerability factor in women. Rate of transmission is highest between male to female 2 nd highest between male to male SOCIO-ECONOMIC VULNERABILITY BIOLOGICAL VULNERABILITY

6. The biological factors that place women at a higher risk Since women are more vulnerable, the urgent need for them to take serious note at the extreme risk they face. The reason why attempts to warn women of the dangers at hand have failed inspite of widespread education.

15. HIV T-Cell

28. Use this guide to help you prepare your notes Why is it that women have to be very careful about protecting themselves against HIV? What is it exactly that makes them more vulnerable? In your answer – explain the various biological factors that make women more vulnerable. You have to explain why each biological feature or difference puts the woman at a higher risk, not merely state what the factor is.