HIV and AIDS
37 Articles & Excerpts
Women and AIDS : Drug Labels, Treatment
by Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
To help increase awareness about the most common early indicator of HIV infection in women - recurrent vaginal candidiasis (yeast infections) - FDA in October 1992 required manufacturers of over-the-counter drugs for these infections to include a new
Women and AIDS
by Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
HIV infection is growing more rapidly among women than among other groups. Last year, for the first time, more women were infected through sex than though drug use. The disease is much more easily transmitted from man to woman than vice versa.
Children with AIDS
by Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
Approximately 30 percent of infants born to mothers who are infected with the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) that causes AIDS are also infected with the virus. Nearly 72 percent of the mothers are or have been drug abusers, or acquired HIV infection
Aids Research Comes To Patients
by Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
The nation's war against acquired immune deficiency syndrome received a significant boost late last year, when Congress passed legislation authorizing federal funding of more AIDS studies in local communities around the country.
Food Safety for People With AIDS
by USDA
The human body ordinarily is well-equipped to deal with these bacteria, but individuals with weakened immune systems - such as those with acquired immune deficiency syndrome (AIDS) and those infected with the human immunodefiency virus (HIV)
AIDS Related Lymphoma
by National Cancer Institute
AIDS-related lymphoma is a disease in which malignant (cancer) cells form in the lymph system of patients who have acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS). AIDS is caused by the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV)
HIV and Its Transmission
by CDC
Research has revealed a great deal of valuable medical, scientific, and public health information about the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) and acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS).
Living With HIV/AIDS
by CDC
This booklet is for people who are infected with the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) and for their friends and families. HIV is the virus that causes acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS).
Safe Food and Water
by CDC
You can protect yourself from many infections by preparing food and drinks properly. Meat, poultry (such as chicken or turkey), and fish can make you sick if they are raw, undercooked, or spoiled. Raw fruits and vegetables are safe to eat if you wash them
Coinfection with HIV and Hepatitis C Virus
by CDC
Persons with HIV, especially injection drug users, may also be infected with the hepatitis C virus (HCV). HCV infection is more serious in persons with HIV. Many persons with HCV don't have any symptoms. HCV infection can be treated.
Preventing Infections from Pets
by CDC
Should I keep my pets? Yes. Most people with human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) can and should keep their pets. Owning a pet can be rewarding. Pets can help you feel psychologically and even physically better.
AIDS: Final Arrangements
by CDC
Dealing with hospitals or insurance companies, filling out forms, and looking up records can be difficult even if you are well. Many people with AIDS need help with these tasks.
AIDS Caregiver : Other Help You Can Give
by CDC
Dealing with hospitals or insurance companies, filling out forms, and looking up records can be difficult even if you are well. Many people with AIDS need help with these tasks.
AIDS Caregiver : Protect Yourself
by CDC
A person who has AIDS may sometimes have infections that can make you sick. You can protect yourself, however. Talk to the doctor or nurse to find out what germs can infect you and other people in the house.
AIDS : Guarding Against Infections
by CDC
People living with AIDS can get very sick from common germs and infections. Hugging, holding hands, giving massages, and many other types of touching are safe for you, and needed by the person with AIDS.
AIDS: Giving Care
by CDC
People living with AIDS should take care of themselves as much as they can for as long as they can. They need to be and feel as independent as possible. They need to control their own schedules, make their own decisions, and do what they want to do
Caring for Someone with AIDS at Home
by CDC
One of the best places for people with AIDS to be cared for is at home, surrounded by the people who love them. Many people living with AIDS can lead an active life for long periods of time.
| 