HIV/AIDS - HIV & AIDS - Sexual Health Simplified

About 40 million people are currently infected with HIV, and it is a disease that slowly destroys the immune system, gradually leading to AIDS. Sharing needles and having unprotected sex are the 2 most common ways to get infected with this virus. If you are concerned about HIV, here are important information on how to get tested and diagnosed, and how to protect yourself.

HIV: What is it?

HIV infection is a viral infection that progressively destroys the immune system, causing acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS) and other diseases that result from the impaired immunity. more >>

Quiz: What do you know about HIV/AIDS?
Recognizing the symptoms
What can you expect if you're diagnosed with HIV?
Protect yourself

Making the diagnosis

If you think you may be infected with HIV, the only way to know for sure is to be tested. Testing is voluntary and anonymous. Your results will remain confidential. more >>

Should I be tested for HIV?
Description of a Complete Blood Count test
What happens when you get tested