AIDS. Most important facts Acquired immune deficiency syndrome Caused by the human immunodeficiency virus(HIV). Firstly recognized on June 5, 1981. Impossible.

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AIDS

Most important facts Acquired immune deficiency syndrome Caused by the human immunodeficiency virus(HIV). Firstly recognized on June 5, Impossible to treat (only possible to slow down) Current treatment consists of highly active antiretroviral therapy

AIDS has killed over 25 million people Between 33.4 and 46 million people currently live with HIV One of the most destructive epidemic. Believed that HIV is originated in sub- Saharan Africa during the twentieth century

How is AIDS spread mostly? How.. 1. Blood Trunsfusion 2. Childbirth 3. Needle-sharing injection drug use Estimated infections per people – 9000 – 2500 – 67

Where is AIDS spread mostly?

Organizations fighting againt AIDS World Health Organization Joint United Nations Programme on HIV/AIDS Centers for Disease Control

The symptoms of AIDS: A flu-like illnesses(3-6 weeks) It may include fever, headache, tiredness, nausea, diarrhoea. The beginning of symptoms is different

References DS/Symptoms/index.asp DS/Symptoms/index.asp

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