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What is the "Window Period" when talking about HIV?
Length of time between when a person first gets HIV & when an HIV test can begin to detect signs of the virus in the body. It can be from 2 weeks to 6 months.
What is one thing someone would gain by getting tested for HIV?
Knowing their status, sense of relief (if positive, an earlier start on treatment to stay healthy, longer)
If you only have one sexual partner, should you worry about HIV?
Yes, have you been tested? Has your partner? Does your partner have any other partners? Do either of you use injection drugs? etc.n
Who can contract HIV?
Anyone could get HIV, it's not who you are, it's what you DO that puts you at risk
The human body system that HIV/AIDS affects is the ______ system
Immune system
Is there a cure for HIV & AIDS?
No, but there are treatments that will keep you healthier, longer
Name one place where you could get an HIV test
Planned Parenthood, Family Planning Services, ACR Health, your doctor, other health clinics, etc.
What is one reason why someone would not want an HIV test?
They could be embarrassed, could not know where to go, could think they don't have enough $, could think they don't need to, stigma, lack of education
What does HIV stand for?
Human Immunodeficiency Virus
What does AIDS stand for?
Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome
Which further diagnosis can an HIV infection progress to?
AIDS
What type of infection takes advantage of an HIV-weakened immune system?
Opportunistic infection
When would someone want to take PrEP?
If they find themselves regularly engaging in behaviors that could potentially put them at risk for HIV
When would someone want to take PEP?
After they have been potentially exposed to the HIV virus whether it be sexually or via injection drug
What does PEP stand for?
Post-Exposure Prophylaxis
Why is it so important for early testing/treatment of HIV?
The sooner someone finds out they have HIV, the sooner they can be put on medication that will keep them healthier longer & even prolong an AIDS diagnosis
What does PrEP stand for?
Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis
Name two (2) ways you can reduce your risk of contracting HIV
Using barrier methods (condoms), taking PrEP, talking with partner about sexual history, getting tested, practicing abstinence, not sharing needles, etc.
What are the 3 ways HIV is transmitted?
Unprotected sex, sharing needles, & mother to child
Is it okay to hug someone with HIV?
Yes, any type of casual contact poses no risk for contracting HIV (no exchange of the 5 fluids)
How does someone know if they have HIV?
They go and get tested
You can tell by looking at someone, whether or not they have HIV
No, you cannot tell by just looking at someone
Can you get HIV from sharing food with someone who has HIV?
No! Sharing food or even eating utensils does not transmit HIV
What are the 5 fluids that transmit HIV?
Blood, semen, vaginal secretions, rectal fluids, breastmilk
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