How long does the HIV infection last?
There is no cure for HIV infection. Usually HIV infection is a chronic condition.
How is it treated?
It is treated with multiple antiviral medications.
What is the risk of HIV infection to a health-care worker?
The average risk for HIV infection from all types of reported percutaneous exposure (needle stick) to HIV infected blood is 0.3 %.
How can you prevent HIV?
- Avoid sharing needles, toothbrushes, etc with an infected HIV person
- Protected sex (use of condom)
- Universal protection for health-care and public safety workers
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