HIV/AIDS

One of the most severe transmitted diseases is HIV, which stands for Human Immunodeficiency Virus. This is the virus which ultimately causes AIDS. If someone is HIV positive, they have been infected with the virus that causes AIDS. Most people who are HIV positive go on to develop AIDS, but it may take many years before they have full-blown AIDS. During this time they may feel well, but still can infect other people, by giving blood or having sex with someone. AIDS stands for Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome which is a collection of symptoms associated with HIV infection.