HIV = Virus that causes AIDS

AIDS = The disease manifested

A person can become infected with HIV and never get sick, that is, have AIDS, since there is effective treatment for HIV-positive people.

HIV is transmitted through:

– Unprotected sex

– Transfusion of contaminated blood;

– During pregnancy (From an infected mother to her child during pregnancy, childbirth and breastfeeding);

– Non-sterile piercing/cutting instruments.

HIV is not transmitted through:

– Sweat;

– Kissing;

– A Handshake;

– Cutlery/glasses;

– Bus seat;

– Blood donation;

– Through the air.

-Protected sexual intercourse

-Unprotected sexual intercourse with an HIV-positive person who adheres to treatment.

How to take care:

– In sexual relations, use protection methods that are in line with your values and beliefs.

– Reduce the number of sexual partners;

– If you have wounds, lumps, warts or discharge in the anus, vagina or penis, look for the nearest Health Service, as these symptoms may be STIs;

– If you inject drugs, avoid sharing needles and syringes.

-Take an HIV test regularly.