HIV/AIDS: Understanding the Danger and Prevention
HIV/AIDS: Understanding the Danger and Prevention HIV/AIDS (Human Immunodeficiency Virus/Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome) is one of the serious and complex global health issues. Despite numerous research efforts and prevention initiatives, HIV/AIDS remains a significant threat to public health worldwide. This article will discuss the causes, symptoms, prevention, and treatment of HIV/AIDS. Causes of HIV/AIDS HIV, or Human Immunodeficiency Virus, is a virus that attacks the human immune system. It infects CD4 T-cells, which play a crucial role in maintaining a strong immune system. Once infected, the immune system gradually weakens, making the body vulnerable to various diseases and infections. HIV can be transmitted through direct contact with infected bodily fluids such as blood, semen, vaginal fluids, breast milk, and pre-seminal fluid. Symptoms of HIV/AIDS During the initial stages of HIV infection, many individuals may not experience noticeable s...