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Can HIV be contracted from sharing food with an HIV-positive individual?
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No, HIV cannot be contracted from sharing food because the virus cannot survive outside the body and is not transmitted through casual contact.
Can HIV be transmitted through sharing injecting equipment?
Yes, HIV can be transmitted through sharing injecting equipment, as the virus can be present in blood left on the equipment.
Why is it important to understand the methods of HIV transmission?
Understanding the methods of HIV transmission helps individuals take appropriate protective measures to avoid contracting or transmitting the virus.
What is the significance of a reduced viral load in HIV-positive individuals?
A reduced viral load means the amount of HIV in the blood is so low that it is undetectable and makes the likelihood of transmission nearly impossible.
What are the main ways an HIV-positive mother can transmit the virus to her baby?
An HIV-positive mother can transmit the virus to her baby during pregnancy, birth, or breastfeeding.
What are some universal prevention methods to protect against HIV?
Universal prevention methods include using condoms, taking Pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP), and not sharing injecting equipment.
Can HIV be transmitted through casual contact such as touching and hugging?
No, HIV cannot be transmitted through casual contact such as touching and hugging because the virus cannot survive outside the body and is not spread through skin contact.
How does sharing injecting equipment increase the risk of HIV transmission?
Sharing injecting equipment increases the risk of HIV transmission because the virus can be present in blood residue left on the equipment, which can then be transferred directly into another person's bloodstream.
What is PrEP and how does it help in HIV prevention?
Pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) is a medication taken by HIV-negative individuals to reduce their risk of contracting HIV.
How does taking HIV treatment help prevent the transmission of the virus?
Taking HIV treatment can reduce the viral load to undetectable levels, which prevents the transmission of the virus to others.
Through which bodily fluids can HIV be transmitted?
HIV can be transmitted through blood, semen, breast milk, vaginal fluids, and anal mucus.
List two common methods that do not lead to HIV transmission.
HIV cannot be transmitted through coughs or sneezes and sharing food.
Explain how using condoms helps in preventing HIV transmission.
Using condoms helps in preventing HIV transmission by providing a barrier that prevents bodily fluids (semen, vaginal fluids) from being exchanged during sexual activity.
How can HIV be transmitted through sexual contact?
HIV can be transmitted through sexual contact when the virus in vaginal fluids or semen enters a partner's body through mucous membranes such as those in the vagina, anus, or the top of the penis.
Why can’t HIV be transmitted through touching or kissing?
HIV cannot be transmitted through touching or kissing because it cannot survive outside the body and cannot be contracted through saliva or casual contact.
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