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HIV and AIDS
In this chapter, you will learn about the following.
1. HIV and AIDS
2. Things that contribute to the transmission of HIV.
3. Actions that do not contribute to the transmission of
HIV
Meaning of HIV and AIDS
HIV (Human Immuno deficiency Virus) is a virus that
weakens body immunity. It causes AIDS.
AIDS is Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome.
Objects through which HIV can be transmitted
The objects through which HIV can be transmitted include
the following.
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