3. HIV/AIDS HIV Human Immunodeficiency Virus HIV-1, commonly known as “ HIV,” is primarily found in humans AIDS Acquired Immune Deficiency In 2006 56,000 people died of AIDS in the United States There is no known cure
5. HIV Flu-like symptoms within the first few weeks of becoming infected Symptoms disappear, but most people show no symptoms at all -- for years after becoming infected Just because no symptoms are shown doesn’t mean the virus isn’t replicating itself Signs and Symptoms of HIV/AIDS
6. The final stage of HIV Immune system is brutally damaged and cannot effectively fight off viruses, diseases, infections and cancers AIDS
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8. Being born to an infected mother: through pregnancy, birth, or breast feedingHow HIV Spreads
