Living with HIV and AIDS Answers

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The first case of HIV in the US was reported in 1924.

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HIV/AIDS is considered a pandemic.

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Describe two techniques a noninfected person can use in order to live with an HIV positive spouse.

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A noninfected person can reduce risk by always practicing safer sex, such as using condoms correctly every time, and by making sure the HIV-positive spouse receives regular medical care and follows treatment to keep the viral load low.

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Why is it important to notify past partners if you get a positive result from an HIV test?

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It is important to notify past partners so they can get tested, receive treatment if needed, and avoid unknowingly spreading HIV to others.

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Name two global organizations that are addressing the HIV/AIDS pandemic in the world.

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Two global organizations addressing HIV/AIDS are the World Health Organization (WHO) and UNAIDS.

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HIV is thought have originated by __________.A.apes passing the disease to huntersB.early explorers traveling in junglesC.people drinking contaminated waterD.mutations in the gene pool

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