Social Work and Community Development (University & College Level)
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1. Introduction
HIV (Human Immunodeficiency Virus) is a virus that attacks the immune system,
particularly CD4 cells, reducing the body’s ability to fight infections. AIDS
(Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome) is the most advanced stage of HIV infection.
HIV and AIDS remain major public health and social development challenges
worldwide.
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2. Difference Between HIV and AIDS
HIV: The virus that weakens the immune system.
AIDS: A condition that develops when HIV is untreated and the immune system is
severely damaged.
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3. History and Global Overview
First identified in the early 1980s.
Affects millions globally, with higher prevalence in developing countries.
Closely linked to poverty, inequality, gender issues, and limited access to
healthcare.
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4. Modes of Transmission
HIV is transmitted through:
Unprotected sexual intercourse
Sharing needles or sharp instruments
Blood transfusion with infected blood
Mother-to-child transmission (pregnancy, birth, breastfeeding)
HIV is not transmitted through casual contact, sharing food, hugging, or mosquito
bites.
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1. Introduction
HIV (Human Immunodeficiency Virus) is a virus that attacks the immune system,
particularly CD4 cells, reducing the body’s ability to fight infections. AIDS
(Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome) is the most advanced stage of HIV infection.
HIV and AIDS remain major public health and social development challenges
worldwide.
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2. Difference Between HIV and AIDS
HIV: The virus that weakens the immune system.
AIDS: A condition that develops when HIV is untreated and the immune system is
severely damaged.
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3. History and Global Overview
First identified in the early 1980s.
Affects millions globally, with higher prevalence in developing countries.
Closely linked to poverty, inequality, gender issues, and limited access to
healthcare.
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4. Modes of Transmission
HIV is transmitted through:
Unprotected sexual intercourse
Sharing needles or sharp instruments
Blood transfusion with infected blood
Mother-to-child transmission (pregnancy, birth, breastfeeding)
HIV is not transmitted through casual contact, sharing food, hugging, or mosquito
bites.
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