HIV/AIDS: meaning, definitions and examples
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HIV/AIDS
[ ˌeɪtʃ aɪ ˈviː eɪtʃ ˈeɪdʒ ]
medical condition
HIV/AIDS stands for Human Immunodeficiency Virus/Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome. It is a serious condition that weakens the immune system, making the body vulnerable to various infections and diseases.
Synonyms
Human Immunodeficiency Virus, acquired immunodeficiency syndrome
Examples of usage
- HIV/AIDS is primarily transmitted through unprotected sexual intercourse or sharing needles.
- Early detection and treatment of HIV/AIDS can significantly improve the quality of life for those affected.
Translations
Translations of the word "HIV/AIDS" in other languages:
🇵🇹 HIV/AIDS
🇮🇳 एचआईवी/एड्स
🇩🇪 HIV/AIDS
🇮🇩 HIV/AIDS
🇺🇦 ВІЛ/СНІД
🇵🇱 HIV/AIDS
🇯🇵 HIV/エイズ（エイズは後天性免疫不全症候群）
🇫🇷 VIH/SIDA
🇪🇸 VIH/SIDA
🇹🇷 HIV/AIDS
🇰🇷 HIV/에이즈
🇸🇦 فيروس نقص المناعة البشرية/الإيدز
🇨🇿 HIV/AIDS
🇸🇰 HIV/AIDS
🇨🇳 艾滋病病毒/艾滋病
🇸🇮 HIV/AIDS
🇮🇸 HIV/ alnæmi
🇰🇿 АИТВ/ЖИТС
🇬🇪 აივ/შიდსი
🇦🇿 HİV/QİÇS
🇲🇽 VIH/SIDA
Etymology
The term HIV/AIDS originated in the early 1980s when the medical community began to identify and understand the virus and syndrome. HIV (Human Immunodeficiency Virus) was first identified in 1983, and AIDS (Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome) was recognized as a condition resulting from HIV infection. The global response to HIV/AIDS has evolved over the years, leading to improved treatments and prevention strategies.