HIV (human immunodeficiency virus) is a virus that attacks the body’s immune system. If HIV is not treated, it can lead to AIDS (acquired immunodeficiency syndrome).
People may experience an influenza-like illness including fever, headache, rash or sore throat. As the infection progressively weakens the immune system, they can develop other symptoms, such as swollen lymph nodes, weight loss, fever, diarrhoea and cough.
Key approaches for HIV prevention include: 1.male and female condom use 2.testing and counselling for HIV and STIs 3.testing and counselling for linkages to tuberculosis (TB) care 4.voluntary medical male circumcision (VMMC) 5.use of antiretroviral drugs (ARVs) for prevention 6.elimination of mother-to-child transmission of HIV