Feb 9, 2024 · Acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS), is an ongoing, also called chronic, condition. It's caused by the human immunodeficiency virus, also called HIV. HIV damages the immune system so that the body is less able to fight infection and disease. If HIV isn't treated, it can take years before it weakens the immune system enough to become AIDS.

Jan 14, 2025 · HIV is a virus that attacks the body's immune system. The only way to know if you have HIV is to get tested. There are many ways to prevent HIV, like using PrEP, PEP, condoms and never sharing needles. HIV treatment helps people live …

Jul 22, 2024 · There were an estimated 39.9 million people living with HIV at the end of 2023, 65% of whom are in the WHO African Region. In 2023, an estimated 630 000 people died from HIV-related causes and an estimated 1.3 million people …

Jul 26, 2023 · HIV (human immunodeficiency virus) is a virus that attacks cells that help the body fight infection, making a person more vulnerable to other infections and diseases.

Many people with HIV won’t have any symptoms at first. But gradually, different ones will appear -- though they’re not the same for everyone.

Apr 28, 2023 · HIV is a virus that affects the immune system. Soon after exposure to the virus, a person may experience a rash, a sore throat, a fever, and other flu-like symptoms. As HIV progresses, it can...

Apr 24, 2020 · HIV attacks a specific type of immune system cell in the body. It’s known as the CD4 helper cell or T cell. When HIV destroys this cell, it becomes harder for the body to fight off other...

Sep 4, 2024 · Get basic information about HIV, including how it affects the body, how to know if you have HIV, and how to prevent or treat HIV.

Jul 30, 2024 · HIV is found in certain bodily fluids of people living with HIV, including blood, semen, vaginal fluids, rectal fluids and breastmilk. HIV can be transmitted by: from a mother living with HIV to her infant during pregnancy, childbirth or breastfeeding.

Jun 30, 2023 · HIV destroys CD4 cells, which are responsible for keeping people healthy and protecting them from diseases and infections. As HIV gradually weakens the body’s natural defenses, signs and...