Information regarding HIV transmission
March 19th, 2010
There are four principal ways to catch HIV, or human immunodeficiency virus. Sexual contact with an infected person is the most typical. Using the same needles and syringes is another and the next, and fortunately far less prevalent method, is by blood transfusion.New-born toddlers may be infected through their mothers, as well.Should you be very active sexually then it is a good idea to be screened on a regular basis; and also the usage of latex or polyurethane condoms are proven to reduce the potential of HIV transmission. Needless to say that sharing needles with anyone is an extremely dangerous practice, and ought to be avoided no matter what, even when sharing with somebody that is not seemingly infected.
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