HIV/AIDS

HIV (human immunodeficiency virus) is a virus that attacks the immune system. If not treated, it can lead to AIDS (acquired immunodeficiency syndrome). With proper treatment, people with HIV can live

1.2 million Americans
Severity: Life-threatening
Chronic Condition
Contagious
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At a Glance

What is it?
HIV (human immunodeficiency virus) is a virus that attacks the immune system. If not treated, it can lead to AIDS (acquired immunodeficiency syndrome)
Who it affects
All ages, highest risk groups vary

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Sources & References

  1. Mayo Clinic — mayoclinic.org
  2. National Institutes of Health (NIH) — nih.gov
  3. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) — cdc.gov
  4. MedlinePlus — medlineplus.gov
  5. World Health Organization (WHO) — who.int
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