This document provides information about HIV and AIDS. It discusses that HIV attacks and damages CD4 cells of the immune system, eventually leading to AIDS if not treated. Some key points covered include:
- HIV is a retrovirus that can only infect humans. It progressively destroys the immune system if not treated.
- AIDS is the final stage of HIV infection where the immune system is severely damaged, leaving the body open to opportunistic infections.
- HIV is transmitted via blood, semen, vaginal fluids, breast milk and from mother to child during pregnancy, delivery or breastfeeding.
- While there is no cure for HIV/AIDS, antiretroviral treatment can control the virus and