HIV (Human Immunodeficiency Virus) is primarily transmitted through specific bodily fluids such as blood, semen, vaginal fluids, rectal fluids, and breast milk......READ THE FULL STORY>>.....READ THE FULL STORY>>
However, it is important to understand that HIV cannot be contracted through casual contact or from everyday activities. Below are some common misconceptions and ways that HIV is not transmitted, even when coming into contact with an infected person:
1. Casual Contact
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HIV is not transmitted through casual contact such as shaking hands, hugging, or sharing food or drinks. The virus is not present in saliva, and even if an infected person were to sneeze or cough, HIV is not spread through respiratory droplets. Everyday social interactions, including sitting next to an infected person, do not pose any risk of transmission.
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2. Using Public Facilities
HIV cannot be transmitted through the use of public facilities such as toilets, swimming pools, or public showers. The virus cannot survive for long outside the human body, and any potential exposure to HIV through surfaces would be negligible. It is safe to use these common spaces, as HIV is not transmitted through contact with surfaces or shared objects.
3. Insect Bites
Insects, including mosquitoes, cannot transmit HIV. The virus does not survive or replicate in insects, and they do not carry or transfer the virus from one person to another. Insects are not vectors for HIV, unlike some other diseases such as malaria or dengue.…Click Here To Continue Reading>>
4. Sharing Household Items
HIV is not transmitted by sharing household items such as dishes, utensils, or towels. The virus cannot survive long enough outside the body to be transmitted through inanimate objects, meaning there is no risk of infection from items that have been used by someone with HIV.
5. Breastfeeding and Pregnancy
While HIV can be transmitted from mother to child during pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding, the virus cannot be transmitted through gestation or breastfeeding if precautions are taken. With appropriate medical treatment, the risk of transmission from mother to child during pregnancy or breastfeeding can be minimized significantly.
6. Kissing
HIV cannot be transmitted through kissing, even if an infected person has sores or bleeding gums. The virus is not found in sufficient quantities in saliva to cause transmission. While there is a theoretical risk if both partners have open mouth sores and one of them bleeds, the risk remains extremely low.
In summary, while HIV transmission requires direct exposure to specific bodily fluids, the virus cannot be spread through casual contact, shared spaces, or non-blood bodily fluids. Understanding these routes of non-transmission is crucial in reducing stigma and promoting a supportive and accurate understanding of HIV.
