What is HIV? Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) is a virus that spreads through sexual contact. Over a period of 5 to 10 years, after infection and if left untreated, HIV progresses to AIDS. The HIV attacks the immune system of our body, by targeting the CD4+ immune cells, thus, resulting in immuno-deficiency i.e. lowered immunity […]
Fear of HIV & STIs (Sexually Transmitted Infections) Fear of sexually transmitted infections or venereal diseases also termed as “Venerophobia” is a poorly reported and poorly researched condition frequently encountered in sexual health clinics. It is defined as an exaggerated or irrational fear of contracting the venereal disease or the fear of already been infected […]
What is HIV? The human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) residues one of the most significant infectious diseases in India. It is an infection connected with a serious disease, obstinately high costs of treatment and care, an important number of deaths and shortened life expectancy. HIV is a virus that attacks the immune system and causes a […]