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ABOUT HIV/AIDS TRANSMISSION


What is HIV?

HIV stands for Human Immunodeficiency Virus.  It is the virus that causes AIDS
(Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome).  This virus tears down a person's immune system.

How HIV is Transmitted

The 4 fluids HIV is transmitted through are:

  • Blood
  • Semen
  • Vaginal Fluids
  • Breast milk
Having unprotected vaginal, anal, or oral sex with an infected person can spread HIV

Sharing needles or dirty syringes can spread HIV

HIV is NOT spread through:

Casual contact such as:
  • Kissing
  • Hugging
  • Sweat
  • Tears
  • Mosquitos
  • Sharing eating utensils
For additional information, please visit the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention at www.cdc.gov