AIDS
Learn how to protect yourself from AIDS!
AIDS is a virus caused by HIV.
It weakens the immune system making them more susceptible to diseases such a pneumonia and cancer.
Cure
There is currently no cure for aids
Treatment
Anti-retroviral regimens (ARVs) can dramatically slow the disease's progress as well as prevent secondary infections and complications.
Emerging Disease
It was first recognized in 1983 and is continued to be studied.
Symptoms
- Weight loss
- Fever
- Night sweats
- Fatigue
- Recurrent infections.
Website: https://www.aids.gov/
Prevention
- Get tested and know your partner’s HIV status.
- Use condoms.
- Limit your number of sexual partners.
- Get tested and treated for STDs.