Say Yes, Winter 2003: The Facts About HIV/AIDS
In the space of two decades, the numbers of people infected by the Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) have reached pandemic proportions globally -- already more than 33 million people are infected. More than 14 million have died.
Photograph © Geostock 1999
What is HIV/AIDS?
The Human Immune Deficiency (HIV) retrovirus attacks the immune system, causing the body to lose its vital capacity to resist infection. The cumulative result is known as Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome (AIDS). The condition is terminal.
What is the treatment for HIV/AIDS?
Progress of the HIV virus can be retarded with the help of anteretroviral drugs and therapy. However, there is no cure as yet.
How is HIV/AIDS transmitted?
HIV/AIDS can only be transmitted in blood, blood products, semen and vaginal secretions. Most cases result from unprotected sexual intercourse. Intravenous drug users can also transfer the virus by sharing needles containing infected blood.
How do we protect ourselves?
Do not have unprotected sexual intercourse -- always use a strong condom. For injections, always use a fresh needle and never, ever, share one.
Read about UNICEF Turkey’s programme on HIV/AIDS Prevention for Young People. In this Winter 2003 issue of Say Yes, we look at Understanding AIDS in the Turkish context. Read WHO Fact Sheet (number 207) on Human Rights, Women and HIV/AIDS.
Read A Word About AIDS -- our simple guide to protecting yourself and others against the killer HIV virus or download the print-ready version. [PDF 50KB]
For more information about AIDS in Turkey, or to find out how you can help people who are living with AIDS, visit the AIDS Savaşım Derneği website or write to them via email.
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