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| HIV InformationHIV stands for "Human Immunodeficiency Virus," and it is the virus that causes Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome (AIDS).HIV is a virus that people pass to others through blood-to-blood or sexual contact. Blood, semen, vaginal fluid, and other bodily fluids that contain blood are all known ways to spread HIV. Pregnant women can also spread HIV to their babies during pregnancy, during delivery, as well as through breast-feeding. The original cause of HIV remains unknown Facts About HIVThe most common cause of HIV is unprotected sexual intercourse with an infected partner.Other common ways to transmit HIV is through needle sharing; or to children through the womb, during the birth process, or via breastfeeding. Another less common way is through blood transfusions and organ or tissue transplants. Approximately 8000 deaths occur each day due to HIV and AIDS. Just because a person is HIV-positive does not mean that person will contract AIDS. Early detection through testing and through proper treatment can stop or delay the damages to the body caused by HIV. HIV MythsPeople have many misconceptions regarding HIV and transmitting the virus. Toilet seats, pets, insects, and hot tubs are among some of the myths and misinformation people believe about contracting HIV. HIV is primarily transmitted through blood, such as in unprotected sexual intercourse or by sharing contaminated needles for drug use.You cannot contract HIV through casual contact such as sharing a glass with someone who is HIV-positive or using the same toilet as that person. Contact with saliva, sweat, or tears cannot transmit HIV. Additionally, HIV cannot be transmitted via swimming pools and hot tubs. Since HIV can only live in human cells, pets and insects cannot transmit the virus from an HIV-positive person to a non-HIV person. The only way to know if you have HIV is to have an HIV test. Order your Home Access Home HIV Test Kit today and perform your own HIV test in the privacy of your home. | |||
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