Question
Give the preventive measures of AIDS
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Answer
Preventive measures:
AIDS has no cure; hence prevention is the best choice. The following steps help in preventing AIDS:
- People, particularly those in high – risk group, should be educated about HIV transmission.
- Disposable needles and syringes should be used and disposed off properly and immediately.
- Unsafe sexual habits should be changed.
- High-risk groups should refrain from donating blood.
- Tooth brushes, razors, other articles that can become contaminated with blood should not be shared.
- Before receiving blood, ensure that it has been screened for not containing HIV infections.
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